yup. the VTEC motors are built from the factory so much stronger, and have a much better R/S ratio. for a small displacement 4 cyl, you have to be able to rev the fuck out of it to really make gods of power. the ONLY reason i would go LS is if i was definitely going turbo. if i was going to go all motor, the LS wouldn't even be a choice. b16 has better gearing, more all motor aftermarket, is a stronger motor overall....