1954 DKW Munga vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1970 Volvo 164 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Volvo 164. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Munga | 164 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
