1963 DKW Junior vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 929 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 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |
