1954 DKW Munga vs. 1991 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 280 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1991 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | DKW | Jeep |
| Model | Munga | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
