1982 Buick Electra vs. 1967 DKW Munga
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 15 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 580 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 1982 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 1967 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Electra | Munga |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 31 L |
