1959 DKW Munga vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 21 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (116 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 300 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 1980 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1980 Mercury Cougar (264 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Munga | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
