1963 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Volvo C70
To start off, 2000 Volvo C70 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo C70 weights approximately 694 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 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2000 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | DKW | Volvo |
| Model | Junior | C70 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
