1960 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 40 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2510 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.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1960 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1960 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 167 L |
