1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Suburban | Junior |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2180 mm |
