John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III vs Wheel Horse E-81
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is the more recent model: production started in 2018, versus 1979 for the Wheel Horse E-81.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III is heavier: 1892 kg versus 176 kg for the Wheel Horse E-81.
- The John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 32".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 1600 Turbo Series III | Wheel Horse E-81 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 60 HP | — |
| Production years | 2018+ | 1979–1983 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Cylinders | 4 | — |
| Weight | 1 892 kg | 176 kg |
| Drive | 4WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | — | 5 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | 154 cm | 104 cm |
| Length | 335 cm | 137 cm |
| Mower deck | 42" | 32" |