1955 DKW Munga vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 45 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 190 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | DKW | Ford |
Model | Munga | Escape |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |