1960 DKW Junior vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2150 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 108 L |
