1962 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 580 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
