2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1961 DKW Junior
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1961 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1961 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Buick | DKW |
| Model | Rendezvous | Junior |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 31 L |
