1967 DKW Munga vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1978 Nissan Skyline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 80 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Munga | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
