1955 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 53 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 104 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.
Because 1955 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
