1959 DKW Munga vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1979 Volvo 343 is newer by 20 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 343 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 343 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 343 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 343. 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, 1979 Volvo 343 (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 343 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Munga | 343 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
