1962 DKW Junior vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 51 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1134 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |