1956 DKW Munga vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 37 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 395 kg more than 1956 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Munga | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2770 mm |
