1962 DKW Junior vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 350 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, 1985 Honda Accord (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1985 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
