1976 Buick Electra vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 9 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 695 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 1976 Buick Electra. 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Electra | Munga |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
