1960 DKW Junior vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 704 kg more than 1960 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2700 mm |
