1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 620 kg more than 1954 DKW Munga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Caprice | Munga |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1280 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 |
