1963 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 37 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1090 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, 2000 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2000 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | DKW | Dodge |
| Model | Junior | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2880 mm |
