1956 DKW Munga vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 40 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 425 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 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | DKW | Plymouth |
| Model | Munga | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
