1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Munga would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Skylark | Munga |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
