The 1993 Honda Del Sol used a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine across its trims, with base models employing a non-VTEC version and the Si variant using a 1.6-liter VTEC engine (B16A2 in the US).
Engine lineup by trim
Below are the engine configurations commonly found on the 1993 Del Sol, reflecting the two main trims offered in North America.
- Base Del Sol model: 1.6-liter four-cylinder, non-VTEC (D-series family).
- Del Sol Si: 1.6-liter four-cylinder, VTEC-equipped (B-series, commonly B16A2).
In summary of the trim-specific engines, the Si model delivered VTEC performance while the base trim offered simpler, non-VTEC operation.
Regional variations and market notes
Engine availability varied by market. In the United States, the two-trim setup described above was typical, while some non-US markets offered similar 1.6-liter engines in base versions, with VTEC-equipped variants for higher trims.
United States
US Del Sol line-up included the base 1.6-liter non-VTEC engine and the Si's 1.6-liter VTEC powerplant, providing a notable performance increase for the Si model.
Other markets
European and Asian markets generally mirrored the two-engine approach, with base models using a non-VTEC 1.6L and higher-spec variants using VTEC, though exact engine codes could vary by year and emissions requirements.
Summary
In short, the 1993 Del Sol offered a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine across its range, with a non-VTEC base version and a VTEC-equipped Si version, delivering a clear performance split between trims.