1961 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 51 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 364 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1961 DKW Junior | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |