1959 DKW Munga vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | DKW | Plymouth |
| Model | Munga | Volare |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
