1954 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 51 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 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 560 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1954 DKW Munga | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | DKW | Nissan |
Model | Munga | Patrol |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |