1957 DKW Munga vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga.
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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Munga | S80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
