1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1988 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1962 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1962 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Suburban | Junior |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 739 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2180 mm |
