1954 DKW Munga vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1990 Nissan Laurel 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Laurel. 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 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
