1962 DKW Junior vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 1,849 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 575 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, 1998 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Junior | Accord |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2720 mm |