1954 DKW Munga vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 170 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 1991 Saab 9000. 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | DKW | Saab |
| Model | Munga | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
