John Deere 108 vs Simplicity 808
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 108 and the Simplicity 808 deliver the same power: 8 HP.
- The John Deere 108 is the more recent model: production started in 1979, versus 1973 for the Simplicity 808.
- The Simplicity 808 is heavier: 188 kg versus 183 kg for the John Deere 108.
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 108 | Simplicity 808 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 8 HP | 8 HP |
| Production years | 1979–1985 | 1973–1974 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 183 kg | 188 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 112 cm |
| Length | 157 cm | 146 cm |
| Mower deck | 30" | 30" |
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