Looking for tranny facts.

[Pimpin Dsmstyle]

Since Im not exactly sure what year AWD chassis I will pick up, Id like to gain some general know how to how the transmissions work throughout the years. I need to know what transmissions work with what drive shafts and rear ends. What the differences are, and most of all, what combination is best for performance.

Im sure topics like this have been discussed in other threads, but I want information direct so it is clear and understandable to someone such as myself.

Id like to start shopping for an AWD transmission as soon as possible because it seems like one of the harder dsm items to locate. Again, thank you for any help you can provide.

... I only need information pertinant to 1g 90-94. The car will have a 6 bolt if that matters at all.