1960 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 45 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1077 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 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Junior | Montego |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 72 L |
