1960 DKW Junior vs. 2002 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 836 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 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2002 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2850 mm |
