1954 DKW Munga vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
