Prelude improvements after 1988?

I had a 1988 Prelude once which I liked in many ways - especially its
supremely reliable engine and the car's sleek looks. In fact I think
it was one of the best-looking cars of all time. It was a 4WS model,
but I wasn't all that keen on the 4WS because it seemed unsafe
especially on concrete roads when it tended to wander unexpectedly
whenever it hit an undulation in the road surface. The other thing I
didn't like was the rust-prone sills and wheel arches. It started
rusting out after about 12 years. I'm wondering if later models were
improved in the handling and rust-proofing dept. I'm contemplating
buying a later model - but not too recent because I'm tightly strapped
for cash. I'll be looking at 10-yr old model or something like that.

Many thanks

Rick