2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1954 DKW Munga
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 47 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1954 DKW Munga. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1050 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.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Munga. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 1954 DKW Munga | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Suburban | Munga |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
