1959 DKW Junior vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1981 Toyota Cressida is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Cressida (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 476 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Cressida |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2650 mm |