1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 30 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 980 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chrysler | DKW |
| Model | Town & Country | Junior |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2180 mm |
