1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1960 DKW Junior
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1960 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1960 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1960 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Skylark | Junior |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2180 mm |
