1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 DKW Junior
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Suburban | Junior |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2180 mm |
