1942 DKW Reichklasse F8 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 62 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 645 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 DKW Reichklasse F8. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | DKW | Nissan |
| Model | Reichklasse F8 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 584 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
