1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 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 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1170 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 1989 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Blazer | Junior |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2180 mm |
