1963 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 46 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 66 L |
