1967 DKW Munga vs. 1980 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1980 Dodge Mirada is newer by 13 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Mirada (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 590 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 1980 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1980 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1980 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Munga | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
