John Deere 100 vs Simplicity 4208
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 100 and the Simplicity 4208 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The Simplicity 4208 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1975 for the John Deere 100.
- The John Deere 100 is heavier: 176 kg versus 140 kg for the Simplicity 4208.
- The Simplicity 4208 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 100 | Simplicity 4208 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1978 | 1979–1986 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 1 |
| Weight | 176 kg | 140 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 107 cm | 115 cm |
| Length | 149 cm | 165 cm |
| Cab | — | Yes |
| Mower deck | 34" | 36" |