Ariens lawn tractors Emperor 8 vs John Deere 108
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ariens lawn tractors Emperor 8 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1972 for the Ariens lawn tractors Emperor 8.
Full specs comparison
| Ariens lawn tractors Emperor 8 | John Deere 108 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1972–1978 | 1979–1985 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Electric |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | — | 183 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 113 cm |
| Length | — | 157 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 30" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Ariens lawn tractors Emperor 8 or the John Deere 108?
The Ariens lawn tractors Emperor 8 and the John Deere 108 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Ariens lawn tractors Emperor 8 or the John Deere 108?
The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1972 for the Ariens lawn tractors Emperor 8.
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