1955 DKW Munga vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 55 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V70 weights approximately 318 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 2010 Volvo V70. 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, 2010 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Munga | V70 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2820 mm |
