1956 DKW Munga vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1956 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1956 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 613 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.
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 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 DKW Munga | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Munga | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2774 mm |
