1961 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 44 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 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1305 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1961 DKW Junior | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 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 | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 87 L |