1959 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 47 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
