1956 DKW Munga vs. 1994 Nissan President
To start off, 1994 Nissan President is newer by 38 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 610 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.
Because 1956 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan President. 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, 1994 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1994 Nissan President | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | President |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3040 mm |
