1962 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 30 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 705 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, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | DKW | Plymouth |
| Model | Junior | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2860 mm |
