Mercedes-Benz C124 · Facelift 1989
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Mercedes-Benz C124 · Facelift 1989 320 CEvsNissan 200 SX (S14) 2.0 i 16V Turbo
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz C124 Facelift 1989 320 CE
- Fastest top speed240 km/h149 mph Unrestricted230 km/h143 mph Restricted
- Most powerful220 hp164 kW
- Highest torque310 Nm229 lb-ft
- Best overall score52/100
- Best performance score52/100
- Best practicality score52/100
Nissan 200 SX (S14) 2.0 i 16V Turbo
- Quickest 0-100 km/h7.5 s
- Lightest1,350 kg2,976 lb
- Best power-to-weight148 hp/t110 kW/t6.8 kg/hp
- Best economy score83/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 220hp164kW | 200hp149kW |
| Torque | 310Nm229lb-ft | 265Nm195lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,490kg3,285lb | 1,350kg2,976lb |
| Gross weight | 1,980kg4,365lb | 1,780kg3,924lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Calculated | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 100.5s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph Calculated | 87.1s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8s | 7.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 32.6s Calculated | 31.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 7.4s Calculated | 7.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | - | 8.8L/100 km26.7mpg US32.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 14.7L/100 km16mpg US19.2mpg UK | - |
| Fuel consumption highway | 8.2L/100 km28.7mpg US34.4mpg UK | - |
| Quarter mile | 15.6s Calculated | 15.4s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 148hp/t110kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated | 148hp/t110kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 208Nm/t139lb-ft/ton Calculated | 196Nm/t131lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | - | 739km459mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 3,199cc195cu in | 1,998cc122cu in |
| Length | 4,655mm183in | 4,560mm180in |
| Width | 1,740mm69in | 1,730mm68in |
| Height | 1,394mm55in | 1,295mm51in |
| Wheelbase | 2,715mm107in | 2,525mm99in |
| Front track | 1,501mm59in | 1,480mm58in |
| Rear track | 1,491mm59in | 1,470mm58in |
| Trunk volume | - | 307L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 70L | 65L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz C124 Facelift 1989 320 CE: Power / Torque
- Nissan 200 SX (S14) 2.0 i 16V Turbo: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | 5,500 rpm | 3,750 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
| Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo | 6,400 rpm | 4,800 rpm | 6,650 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 7.4 s | 7.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 7.8 s | 7.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 32.6 s | 31.3 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph Likely limited | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.8 s | 6.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 10.2 s | 10.1 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 13.2 s | 13.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 15.6 s | 15.4 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 149 km/h 92 mph | 151 km/h 94 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | 220 hp 164 kW |
| Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo | 200 hp 149 kW |
Mercedes-Benz C124 Facelift 1989 320 CE has 20 hp more than Nissan 200 SX (S14) 2.0 i 16V Turbo.
The biggest power difference is between Nissan 200 SX (S14) 2.0 i 16V Turbo and Mercedes-Benz C124 Facelift 1989 320 CE: 20 hp (15 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft |
| Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo | 265 Nm 195 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | 1,490 kg 3,285 lb |
| Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
| Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo | 235 km/h 146 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | 7.8 s |
| Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo | 7.5 s |
Although Mercedes-Benz C124 Facelift 1989 320 CE has more power, Nissan 200 SX (S14) 2.0 i 16V Turbo is quicker from 0-100 km/h.
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Nissan 200 SX (S14) 2.0 i 16V Turbo and Mercedes-Benz C124 Facelift 1989 320 CE: 0.3 s.
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp |
| Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.7 kg/hp |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | 220 hp 164 kW | 7.8 s | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph |
| Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo | 200 hp 149 kW | 7.5 s | 235 km/h 146 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzC124Facelift 1989320 CE | Nissan200 SX (S14)2.0 i 16V Turbo | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 220 hp 164 kW | 200 hp 149 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft | 265 Nm 195 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 7.8 s | 7.5 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 240 km/h149 mph Restricted 230 km/h143 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,490 kg 3,285 lb | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | - | 8.8 L/100 km 26.7 mpg US 32.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | - | 739 km 459 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | - | 307 L 10.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 148 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Nissan 200 SX (S14) 2.0 i 16V Turbo |
|---|---|
| Consumption | 8.8 L/100 km26.7 mpg US32.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 15.40 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 24.78 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,320 L349 US gal290 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,310 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz C124 Facelift 1989 320 CE
- Has 20 hp more
- Has 45 Nm more
- Has 5 km/h (3 mph) higher top speed
Pros
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Heaviest
Nissan 200 SX (S14) 2.0 i 16V Turbo
- Is 140 kg lighter
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 0 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Lightest
- Best power-to-weight ratio
Cons
- Lowest power
- Lowest top speed
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