1959 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 946 kg more than 1959 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 1992 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | DKW | Buick |
Model | Junior | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |