1962 DKW Junior vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 36 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 575 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.
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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
