1961 DKW Junior vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 47 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 793 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 61 L |
