1963 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 46 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1215 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DKW Junior | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | DKW | Mercury |
| Model | Junior | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
