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Originally Posted by MTI
The M102 4 cyl is the original powerplant for the W201 and the chassis was engineered for it. The M103 6 cyl was shoe-horned into the engine bay to provide a platform to compete with BMW's six cylinder sedan. With more torque, HP and performance close to the 2.3-16, the M103 is great for freeway cruising. From a maintenance point, it's a lot easier working on the M102 than the M103, especially up front.
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I've heard the 4 cylinder had problems. But I've also seen those engines with really high miles. Did it have a poor build, or did it attract cheaper owners who didn't take care of them? Or both?
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1994 C 280 117.5k, White (Good as new)
1997 Toyota Camry 149k Miles (Not so pretty anymore)
1990 190e 2.6 95k (Sold-Should not have)
1981 240d Stick ??? Miles...sold
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