1963 DKW Junior vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1963 DKW Junior | 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | DKW | Pontiac |
Model | Junior | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 110.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2950 mm |