1962 DKW Junior vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 519 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lotus Esprit (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DKW Junior | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | DKW | Lotus |
Model | Junior | Esprit |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 95.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |