1963 DKW Junior vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 34 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 915 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 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Junior | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
