1954 DKW Munga vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 26 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 896 cc (3 cylinders), 1954 DKW Munga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 DKW Munga (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 DKW Munga should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 540 kg more than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 DKW Munga (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 DKW Munga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Munga | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
