B-series
B18A1
B18A1 DOHC (non-VTEC)
Displacement
1.8L (1834 cc)
Configuration
Inline-4
Power
130 hp (132 PS) @ 6000 rpm (1990-1991) / 140 hp (142 PS) @ 6300 rpm (1992-1993)
Torque
164 N-m (121 lb-ft) @ 5000 rpm (1990-91) / 171 N-m (126 lb-ft) @ 5000 rpm (1992-93)
Compression
9.2:1
Bore × Stroke
81.0 mm x 89.0 mm
Valvetrain
DOHC (non-VTEC)
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Fuel System
PGM-FI (multi-point)
OBD
OBD0
Redline
6500-6700 rpm
Years
1990-1993
Factory Fitment
Acura Integra RS/LS/GS (US; DA9/DB1); Integra (DB1, 1990-1993); Integra (DA9, 1990-1993)
Notes
Non-VTEC DOHC 1.8 for the first US Acura Integra. Output rose mid-cycle; a common budget swap and turbo base thanks to its strong block.
Swaps using the B18A1
Suspension
Verified
Moderate
CRV 5-Stud Conversion
CR-V RD1
(First Generation)
→
Civic EK
(Sixth Generation)
Guides mentioning the B18A1
Moderate
1-2 hours
Replacing Front Brake Pads
Difficult
4-6 hours
Installing Coilovers for Lowering Your Car
Difficult
6-8 hours
Honda Civic EK 5-Lug Conversion Using CRV Parts
Moderate
4-6 hours
KW ST Coilover Installation on the Acura TSX, with Bushing Clocking
Difficult
3-5 hours per side (plus press time)
Honda Civic (1992-2000) Front Wheel Bearing Replacement
Moderate
1-2 hours
Civic/Integra Rear Trailing Arm Bushing Replacement (On-Car Method)
Expert
2-4 hours
Chipping Honda OBD0 and OBD1 ECUs for Programmable Tuning
Moderate
1-2 hours
Honda B-Series Harmonic Damper Inspection and Fluidampr Upgrade
Moderate
3-4 hours
Hardwiring a High-Flow Fuel Pump with a Dedicated Relay (Honda/Acura)
Moderate
2-3 hours
Honda DOHC Non-VTEC Rocker Cover Gasket and Cam Plug Reseal
Difficult
2-3 days
JDM B18C (Integra Type R) Engine Swap into an EG Civic
Moderate
30-60 minutes
Honda Main PGM-FI Relay Repair - Solder Reflow for No-Start and Stalling Issues