1961 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 48 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 732 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 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Armada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 106 L |
