1967 DKW Munga vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 471 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Munga | S80 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
