1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 613 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Skylark | Junior |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 31 L |
