1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 28 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 490 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Skylark | Junior |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 31 L |
