1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 DKW Munga
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1959 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 DKW Munga | |
Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
Model | Suburban | Munga |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |