'87 was the only year for the 2.5 turbodiesel engine in the W201 chassis in the USA. Automatic trans only in the USA. 2.65 ratio rearend.

I have converted 2 of these cars to 5-speed manuals. I like that combination, but the rearend ratio is too tall. I currently have one with a 5-speed manual and a 2.88 rearend, but I think I'll swap in a 3.07 to go with the 5-speed.

When the turbo "kicks in", these cars have very good acceleration.

SteveM

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'93 190E/D 2.5 Turbodiesel 5-speed (daily driver)
'87 190D 2.5 Turbo rustbucket - parts car
'84 Dodge Rampage diesel - Land Speed Record Holder
'13 Ram 2500 Diesel
'05 Toyota 4Runner