1959 DKW Junior vs. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 36 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 554 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, 1995 Plymouth Acclaim (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1995 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | DKW | Plymouth |
Model | Junior | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |