1960 DKW Junior vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 33 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 613 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Junior | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
