1955 DKW Munga vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 70 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 Volvo 740. 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 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Munga | 740 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
