1963 DKW Junior vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 1984 Ford Laser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Laser weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 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, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | DKW | Ford |
| Model | Junior | Laser |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2370 mm |
