I have a 1992 automatic Honda Civic with 93K miles that was just given
to me a couple of weeks ago. There are a lot of problems with the car.
I was wondering if anyone on this group can shed light on any of
these.

1) When I accelerate, the car starts moving really slowing and takes
forever to pick up any speed. Usually takes 3-5 seconds till the gears
kick in. Once it picks up its ok. Could this be gears/transmission ?
timing belt ?

2) timing belt. I have read a few posts in this group that state that
the timing belt is definitely an issue at 90K. I will have it looked
at immediately. I guess I should do the water pump also. Any ideas on
costs ?

3) The car seems to be loosing oil. There was hardly any left at 93.5K
mi. The previous oil service was done at 91K miles.
However, I dont see any leaks on the driveway where I park ???

4) I didnt drive the car for 1 week and the car didnt start. I was
told that the battery was changed approx. 20K miles ago.
Could this be the alternator ? Cables to spark plugs ? what else
should I have it checked for ?

5) There was some electrical work done in the car. Dont exactly know
what. But the lights on the dashboard are on, but the lights on the
shifter are off. ( The light below the shift bar showing "P, N, R,
etc..."). The dashboard shows the current gear, but I was wondering if
a fuse might be missing ? The buld itself ?

6) Lastly, If I can correct the above issues, I want to replace the
13" wheels with nice 15 - 17" aluminum wheels and decent tires.
What is the maximimum size of the wheel that I can go with ?
Any suggestions on wheel sizes and brands for this 92 Honda Civic ?

Thanks in advance for any ideas and suggestions and for going through
such a long long post.

Sunil