1962 DKW Junior vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 34 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1106 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | DKW | Plymouth |
Model | Junior | Voyager |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2880 mm |