1954 DKW Munga vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 35 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 49 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 1989 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (353 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | DKW | Lotus |
| Model | Munga | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |
