1959 DKW Junior vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 40 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 440 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | DKW | Mercury |
Model | Junior | Tracer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |