RNN14, or Pulsar GTiR may also fit the bill… You can keep it at 240 hp (makes 227 hp or something like that stock) and it should be reliable. AWD, 2 doors, AND unique!
Shape’s not for everyone, but hey I think they are AWESOME!!
Other AWD choice is a Galant VR4, I know it’s 4G63 and all, but keep it close to 250 hp and you shouldn’t see many issues… Less than 3000 of 'em in the US, so they’re fairly rare and WELL within your budget, nicely modded ones go for like 5-7k…
Good luck…