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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 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 607 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 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). 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 | 739 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |
