1967 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 41 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 454 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 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Munga | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 59 L |
