1962 DKW Junior vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 26 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (95 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior.
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, 1988 Renault 5 (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
