1962 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 42 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 758 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 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DKW Junior | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Escape |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 59 L |
