1962 DKW Junior vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 415 kg more than 1962 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2590 mm |
