Ford 4100 vs John Deere 1040
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 1040 is more powerful than the Ford 4100: 53 HP versus 52 HP (+1 HP, +2%).
- The John Deere 1040 is the more recent model: production started in 1980, versus 1975 for the Ford 4100.
- The John Deere 1040 is heavier: 2770 kg versus 2111 kg for the Ford 4100.
- The John Deere 1040 offers a higher rear lift capacity: 1835 kg versus 1397 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Ford 4100 | John Deere 1040 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Production years | 1975–1981 | 1980–1987 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 3 | 3 |
| Displacement | 3 L | 2.9 L |
| Weight | 2 111 kg | 2 770 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD or 4WD |
| Transmission | — | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 8 / 2 | 8 / 4 |
| Rear lift capacity | 1 397 kg | 1 835 kg |
| Wheelbase | 196 cm | 204 cm |
| Length | 346 cm | 350 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |