Cub Cadet 81 vs John Deere 100
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Cub Cadet 81 and the John Deere 100 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Cub Cadet 81 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1975 for the John Deere 100.
- The Cub Cadet 81 is heavier: 190 kg versus 176 kg for the John Deere 100.
- The Cub Cadet 81 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| Cub Cadet 81 | John Deere 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1977–1979 | 1975–1978 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | — |
| Cylinders | 1 | — |
| Weight | 190 kg | 176 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 109 cm | 107 cm |
| Length | 154 cm | 149 cm |
| Mower deck | 36" | 34" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Cub Cadet 81 or the John Deere 100?
The Cub Cadet 81 and the John Deere 100 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
Which is more recent, the Cub Cadet 81 or the John Deere 100?
The Cub Cadet 81 is the more recent model: production started in 1977, versus 1975 for the John Deere 100.
Which is heavier, the Cub Cadet 81 or the John Deere 100?
The Cub Cadet 81 is heavier: 190 kg versus 176 kg for the John Deere 100.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Cub Cadet 81 or the John Deere 100?
The Cub Cadet 81 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".