1955 DKW Munga vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 34 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 315 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | Munga | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
