1962 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 455 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Escort |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
