1963 DKW Junior vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 49 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1020 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 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | DKW | GMC |
| Model | Junior | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 72 L |
