I'm visually comparing my '98 EX and my old '92 CX, the EX definately has larger drums. Drums aren't as pretty as a disk setup but for the back of a car with less than 200 hp, they're fine. You will definately want better front brakes and a good set of pads though.

If you replace the line, make sure get the OE checkvalve as well or you might have the same problem. Also, memorize the configuration of your facotry hardlines and compare them to the 1" MC you look at. The one I bought (probably from an older GS-R - '94-'95) had a larger diameter fitting and one on either side of the MC. I looked at a later GS-R (and I think a Type R) and they both had the same diameter fittings and both on the fender side of the car (like my OE civic lines). I ended up having to cut the line, replace the fitting, and reflare the line and bend it to the other side to make my MC work. Get the right MC and you'll be much better off.