1956 DKW Munga vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1956 DKW Munga | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | DKW | Mercury |
Model | Munga | Tracer |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |