1967 DKW Munga vs. 1998 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 165 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 1998 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 1998 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Munga | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
