Differences between 1G and 2G other than Engine/tranny + Exterior looks?

[Daemos]

Hey guys

Thought I should introduce my self first

I'm new to the world of DSMs and I'm intrested in picking one up as a project, then once it's done convert it to a daily driver (and sell the spec v)

I'm intrested in the DSMs because of a few things, they are pretty affordable, AWD (lots of snow during the winter, AWD would be REALLY REALLY nice), turbocharged, and they respond very well to modifications of the chassis (handling) and power (Straight line) and if built right seem to be very reliable.

My initial questions are quite simple (and I've searched, but haven't gotten any definite answers)

Other than Exterior looks and going from the 6-bolt to the 7-bolt engine design, is there any other differences (in the chassis) between the 1st gen and 2nd gen DSMs? IE suspension differences (I know 1st gens don't like lowering too much, because they have limited suspension travel, similar to that on my sentra) I've never known anyone that had a 2G. As well the 1G is lighter (and a lot more affordable). The interior looks almost identical (to me) though, so potentially it could be the same chassis (maybe?)

As well what parts from the newer evos bolt on to the engine? (just for information)

And between the 1G/2G (if you guys could make a separate list for each gen) what are the modifications that should be made first, so the car is reliable under hard driving, and lots of power. (I know for 2G, people say drop in 6bolt engine, and get your tranny rebuilt by shepards racing or something like that)

I guess the main question is just, what are the differences between the chassis of the 1st gen and the 2nd gen. (More travel, stiffer, what changed etc)

Thanks

 

[WiCkEd95GSX]

You should look

here: http://www.dsmtuners.com/tuning-guide/1gturbo/

and

here: http://www.dsmtuners.com/tuning-guide/2gturbo/

Those are for the modifications and upgrade path for both models.

This might also be helpful
http://www.dsmtuners.com/model-guide/

As far as the chasis question maybe someone else can help you because I have only drove 2nd gens.

 

[Spoolin4Ever]

The inteiors are quite different IMHO. 2G is a nicer interior.

I'd go 1G, unless you find a cheap 2G AWD.

Either way, 6 bolt engine is the only way to go.

So if you get a 2G, you will want to buy a 6 bolt block to build for sure, unless it already has the swap done.

 

[Defiant]

Think of them as being different cars. Same layout, similar performance, but much more different than not.

 

[Daemos]

hmm :/ so no one knows the answer to the chassis question then

Anyone have any pictures that show the difference between the 1g and 2g interior?

Thanks alot for your help

 

[Spoolin4Ever]

There are pictures of both cars interiors all over this site, and the internet!

Look in the gallery...or are you just too busy?

 

[Daemos]

They look the same *shrugs* maybe just bad shots.

I'm more concerned about the chassis. I want to know what's different. Common someone has got to know.

 

[szewczyd]

My god, you think the interiors look the same!

That is a 1g

2g, yes convertable but gives you a great view of the interior

P.S This took me less than 2 mins to make this post so I don't understand how you couldn't find the difference. I think you need to search a little.

 

[Defiant]

hmm :/ so no one knows the answer to the chassis question then

1Gs are Fearsome strut front ends, 2Gs aren't. The drive systems are the same, and quite rare in the AWD automotive world for being a true 50/50 torque split front-to-rear.