1955 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 900 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Munga | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
