1961 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 44 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 861 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.
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, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Junior | Sable |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 85 L |
