1967 DKW Munga vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1967 DKW Munga is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1967 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | DKW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Munga | 88 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3110 mm |
