1967 DKW Munga vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 19 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 785 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | DKW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Munga | Astro |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
