1961 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 52 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 2004 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
