1957 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 50 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 71 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Munga | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
