1959 DKW Junior vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 24 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 900 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 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1983 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
