1954 DKW Munga vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 36 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. 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, 1990 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Escort |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
