1954 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 55 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Munga | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | DKW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Munga | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
