1962 DKW Junior vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Escort |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 739 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
