2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Venture | Junior |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 31 L |
