1977 Buick Estate vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 1977 Buick Estate is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1961 DKW Junior | |
Make | Buick | DKW |
Model | Estate | Junior |
Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2180 mm |