1959 DKW Munga vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 45 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 900 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | DKW | GMC |
| Model | Munga | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
