1955 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 54 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 188 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1955 DKW Munga | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Munga | CR-V |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |