1959 DKW Munga vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 38 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1740 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Munga | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Munga | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3400 mm |