1954 DKW Munga vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Lotus Esprit is newer by 33 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 176 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1987 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | DKW | Lotus |
| Model | Munga | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
