1959 DKW Munga vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 46 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1090 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Munga | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3340 mm |
