1961 DKW Junior vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1997 Toyota Sienna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |
