1959 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 41 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior.
Because 2000 Plymouth Prowler 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 2000 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 2000 Plymouth Prowler (610 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2000 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2000 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2000 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | DKW | Plymouth |
| Model | Junior | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2880 mm |
