I'm in the middle of a first gen Celica repair, and the current engine, a 2.2L 20R, is having compression issues along with stall problems, my owners manual says compression should be around 150, but I'm getting 90 in each cylinder, and with 120k miles on the motor, i am considering getting it completely rebuilt.
The issue with that is, id spend the same, or maybe slightly less rebuilding this engine, than buying an early model 22R engine from a shop, getting the head on my engine rebuilt, and making the hybrid.
Would the extra 80hp and 100 lbs/ft be worth $3500?
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Or should i consider something else to swap in? If so, what would i need to change to make it work?