1955 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 52 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 470 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Munga | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3340 mm |
