1963 DKW Junior vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 21 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 420 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.
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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | DKW | Pontiac |
| Model | Junior | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
