1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Blazer | Junior |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2180 mm |
