1955 DKW Munga vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 47 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW Munga weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | DKW | Suzuki |
Model | Munga | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2210 mm |