q45 transmission controller

i think i read some where that the 94 and later q45 start in first gear instead of second like in my 91 q.is this true?can i use a trans computer from the later car instead of sending my computer out for 4-500 bucks?i can get a used one for a 100.00 bucks!please let me know or e-mail me at
hugerxtion@aol.com
thanks
dave

You can use one from a 1993, but be sure it is the same with regard to CA/US, TCS/ or not, Active/ or not.