1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DKW Junior would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 836 kg more than 1962 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Reatta | Junior |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 31 L |
