1954 DKW Munga vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 46 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 295 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 2000 Renault Laguna. 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Munga | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | DKW | Renault |
Model | Munga | Laguna |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |