1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 DKW F 91 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort.
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, 1984 Ford Escort (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 DKW F 91 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | F 91 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
