1961 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2310 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 167 L |
