John Deere 170 vs Simplicity SunStar 14
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 170 and the Simplicity SunStar 14 deliver the same power: 14 HP.
- The John Deere 170 is the more recent model: production started in 1989, versus 1988 for the Simplicity SunStar 14.
- The Simplicity SunStar 14 is heavier: 374 kg versus 258 kg for the John Deere 170.
- The Simplicity SunStar 14 has the wider mower deck: 42" versus 38".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 170 | Simplicity SunStar 14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 14 HP | 14 HP |
| Production years | 1989–1990 | 1988–1989 |
| Fuel | — | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 258 kg | 374 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 5 / 1 | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 cm | 129 cm |
| Length | 165 cm | 198 cm |
| Cab | Yes | — |
| Mower deck | 38" | 42" |
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