1962 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 43 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |
