1954 DKW Munga vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 50 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 595 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Munga | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
