1956 DKW Munga vs. 1999 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 43 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 695 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 1999 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Munga | Durango |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
