1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 44 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Munga weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1954 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | De Tomaso | DKW |
| Model | Guara | Munga |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
