1961 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 50 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 736 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 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
