1955 DKW Munga vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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, 1980 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Escort |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
