1954 DKW Munga vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 48 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 22 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Tonka |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 4200 mm |
