1959 DKW Munga vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 26 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 20 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 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | Munga | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
