1955 DKW Munga vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 48 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 620 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Munga | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |