1954 DKW Munga vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
