1963 DKW Junior vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 35 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1265 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 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Durango |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2950 mm |
