1959 DKW Junior vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida is newer by 26 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 614 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 1985 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 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Cressida (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
