John Deere 65 vs Toro Sportsman Rider
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 65 and the Toro Sportsman Rider deliver the same power: 5 HP.
- The John Deere 65 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1959 for the Toro Sportsman Rider.
- The Toro Sportsman Rider has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 65 | Toro Sportsman Rider | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 5 HP | 5 HP |
| Production years | 1978–1983 | 1959–1962 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 122 kg | — |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 3 / 1 | 3 / 1 |
| Mower deck | 28" | 32" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 65 or the Toro Sportsman Rider?
The John Deere 65 and the Toro Sportsman Rider deliver the same power: 5 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 65 or the Toro Sportsman Rider?
The John Deere 65 is the more recent model: production started in 1978, versus 1959 for the Toro Sportsman Rider.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 65 or the Toro Sportsman Rider?
The Toro Sportsman Rider has the wider mower deck: 32" versus 28".
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