1967 DKW Munga vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 45 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1045 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DKW Munga | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Munga | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 240 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 | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
