1962 DKW Junior vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 44 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 818 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1962 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1962 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 77 L |
