1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 615 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 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Caprice | Munga |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
