1956 DKW Munga vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 570 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 2010 Ford Escape. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Escape |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2824 mm |
