1967 DKW Munga vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 14 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 325 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 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Granada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |
