1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 DKW Junior
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 33 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), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1000 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DKW Junior. (73 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1962 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Riviera | Junior |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
