1956 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 53 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 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 DKW Munga weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1956 DKW Munga | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Munga | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 896 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |