1962 DKW Junior vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 22 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 500 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 25 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 34 L |
