1960 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 53 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1129 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 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Junior | S80 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2835 mm |
