Simplicity 9020 vs Wheel Horse D-180
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Simplicity 9020 is more powerful than the Wheel Horse D-180: 19 HP versus 18 HP (+1 HP, +6%).
- The Simplicity 9020 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Wheel Horse D-180.
- The Simplicity 9020 is heavier: 589 kg versus 485 kg for the Wheel Horse D-180.
- The Simplicity 9020 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".
Full specs comparison
| Simplicity 9020 | Wheel Horse D-180 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 19 HP | 18 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1980 | 1974–1975 |
| Fuel | Electric | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | — | 2 |
| Weight | 589 kg | 485 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic |
| Wheelbase | 142 cm | 127 cm |
| Length | 210 cm | 191 cm |
| Mower deck | 60" | 48" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Simplicity 9020 or the Wheel Horse D-180?
The Simplicity 9020 is more powerful than the Wheel Horse D-180: 19 HP versus 18 HP (+1 HP, +6%).
Which is more recent, the Simplicity 9020 or the Wheel Horse D-180?
The Simplicity 9020 is the more recent model: production started in 1975, versus 1974 for the Wheel Horse D-180.
Which is heavier, the Simplicity 9020 or the Wheel Horse D-180?
The Simplicity 9020 is heavier: 589 kg versus 485 kg for the Wheel Horse D-180.
Which has the wider mower deck, the Simplicity 9020 or the Wheel Horse D-180?
The Simplicity 9020 has the wider mower deck: 60" versus 48".