1957 DKW Munga vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 43 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 281 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.
Because 1957 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Munga | Sable |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
