the only difference is in the rear .... the 88 has the same style lca as a 94-00 integra , i belive the 88 also has a rear sway bar ... 89 - 91 only has a front sway bar. From what i hear on honda tech the 88 rear suspension has the sam,e sytle setup as an ITR , and i have heard it is much better than 89 and up ..... hope this helps .... go search honda tech.