1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 42 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Tracker | Munga |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2010 mm |
