1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1205 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1963 DKW Junior | |
Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
Model | Blazer | Junior |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2180 mm |