Honda made a few versions, some with around 200HP.
A co-worker was told by the local import repair shop to remove the badging that identified his Civic del Sol as having a V-Tech. They said the local car thieves seek them out, as they are the hot motor to have for the four-banger race scene.
I can't remember if the badge said V-Tech, or if it was some other identifier.
I know someone who had his Civic Si stolen right out of his garage. Hondas are always at the top of the "most stolen" lists.