1954 DKW Munga vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 30 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 5. 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, 1984 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Munga | 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
