1961 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 46 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 639 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 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | DKW | Volkswagen |
| Model | Junior | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
