1955 DKW Munga vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1955 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 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 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | Munga | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
