David Brown 880 vs John Deere 1020 VU

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David Brown 880

David Brown 880

44 HP · 1961–1971

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John Deere 1020 VU

John Deere 1020 VU

44 HP · 1967–1972

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Verdict by the numbers

  • The David Brown 880 and the John Deere 1020 VU deliver the same power: 44 HP.
  • The John Deere 1020 VU is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1961 for the David Brown 880.
  • The David Brown 880 is heavier: 1957 kg versus 1710 kg for the John Deere 1020 VU.

Full specs comparison

David Brown 880John Deere 1020 VU
Power44 HP44 HP
Production years1961–19711967–1972
FuelDieselDiesel
Cylinders33
Displacement2.5 L2.5 L
Weight1 957 kg1 710 kg
Drive2WD2WD
TransmissionGear
Gears (fwd/rev)6 / 28 / 4
Rear lift capacity1 200 kg
Wheelbase160 cm
Length292 cm309 cm

Frequently asked questions

Which is more powerful, the David Brown 880 or the John Deere 1020 VU?

The David Brown 880 and the John Deere 1020 VU deliver the same power: 44 HP.

Which is more recent, the David Brown 880 or the John Deere 1020 VU?

The John Deere 1020 VU is the more recent model: production started in 1967, versus 1961 for the David Brown 880.

Which is heavier, the David Brown 880 or the John Deere 1020 VU?

The David Brown 880 is heavier: 1957 kg versus 1710 kg for the John Deere 1020 VU.

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