1962 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 50 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1583 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
