1957 DKW Munga vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 52 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 276 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 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW Munga | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Armada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3140 mm |
