1960 DKW Junior vs. 1984 Lada Niva
To start off, 1984 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lada Niva weights approximately 450 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1960 DKW Junior | 1984 Lada Niva | |
Make | DKW | Lada |
Model | Junior | Niva |
Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 43 L |