1955 DKW Munga vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Passat |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
