1955 DKW Munga vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Telstar. 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, 1983 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
