Cub Cadet 1604 vs MTD lawn tractors 780

Side-by-side specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1604

Cub Cadet 1604

16 HP · 1985–1986

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MTD lawn tractors 780

MTD lawn tractors 780

16 HP · 1980

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The Cub Cadet 1604 and the MTD lawn tractors 780 deliver the same power: 16 HP.
  • The Cub Cadet 1604 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1980 for the MTD lawn tractors 780.
  • The MTD lawn tractors 780 is heavier: 344 kg versus 290 kg for the Cub Cadet 1604.
  • The MTD lawn tractors 780 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

Full specs comparison

Cub Cadet 1604MTD lawn tractors 780
Power16 HP16 HP
Production years1985–19861980
FuelGasolineGasoline
Cylinders22
Weight290 kg344 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGearHydrostatic
Gears (fwd/rev)4 / 1
Wheelbase111 cm
Length182 cm
Mower deck38"44"

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the MTD lawn tractors 780?

The Cub Cadet 1604 and the MTD lawn tractors 780 deliver the same power: 16 HP.

Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the MTD lawn tractors 780?

The Cub Cadet 1604 is the more recent model: production started in 1985, versus 1980 for the MTD lawn tractors 780.

Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the MTD lawn tractors 780?

The MTD lawn tractors 780 is heavier: 344 kg versus 290 kg for the Cub Cadet 1604.

Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 1604 or the MTD lawn tractors 780?

The MTD lawn tractors 780 has the wider mower deck: 44" versus 38".

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