1962 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 32 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 770 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | Junior | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
