1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 930 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 1971 Buick Riviera. 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Riviera | Munga |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2010 mm |
