1955 DKW Munga vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 58 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1955 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 920 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 DKW Munga | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | DKW | Jeep |
| Model | Munga | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2916 mm |
