1954 DKW Munga vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 480 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
