1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 35 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 925 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 1963 DKW Junior | |
Make | Daewoo | DKW |
Model | Chairman | Junior |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |