1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tracer weights approximately 131 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. 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, 1994 Ford Tracer (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
