1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 215 kg more than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
