1957 DKW Munga vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW Munga would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 596 kg more than 1957 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | DKW | GMC |
| Model | Munga | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
