John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Simplicity SunStar 20
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity SunStar 20: 60 HP versus 20 HP (+40 HP, +200%).
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1987 for the Simplicity SunStar 20.
- The Simplicity SunStar 20 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Simplicity SunStar 20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | 20 HP |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1987–1997 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | — |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 129 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 198 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity SunStar 20?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is more powerful than the Simplicity SunStar 20: 60 HP versus 20 HP (+40 HP, +200%).
Which is more recent, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity SunStar 20?
The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1987 for the Simplicity SunStar 20.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III or the Simplicity SunStar 20?
The Simplicity SunStar 20 has the wider mower deck: 48" versus 42".