1962 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 48 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 630 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |
