1960 DKW Junior vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 43 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1246 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 2003 Toyota Land 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, 2003 Toyota Land 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1960 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1960 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 87 L |
