1959 DKW Junior vs. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 25 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 470 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1984 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1984 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | DKW | Plymouth |
| Model | Junior | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
