Cub Cadet 1535 vs John Deere 316
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 316 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 1535: 16 HP versus 15 HP (+1 HP, +7%).
- The Cub Cadet 1535 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1984 for the John Deere 316.
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 1535 | John Deere 316 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 15 HP | 16 HP |
| Production years | 1990–1991 | 1984–1992 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Weight | 306 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 6 / 2 | — |
| Wheelbase | 115 cm | 116 cm |
| Length | 182 cm | 176 cm |
| Mower deck | 38" | 38" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1535 or the John Deere 316?
The John Deere 316 is more powerful than the Cub Cadet 1535: 16 HP versus 15 HP (+1 HP, +7%).
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1535 or the John Deere 316?
The Cub Cadet 1535 is the more recent model: production started in 1990, versus 1984 for the John Deere 316.

