Ford 8100 vs John Deere 4040S
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The Ford 8100 and the John Deere 4040S deliver the same power: 115 HP.
- The John Deere 4040S is the more recent model: production started in 1981, versus 1978 for the Ford 8100.
- The John Deere 4040S is heavier: 5021 kg versus 4117 kg for the Ford 8100.
- The John Deere 4040S offers a higher rear lift capacity: 4803 kg versus 2893 kg.
Full specs comparison
| Ford 8100 | John Deere 4040S | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Production years | 1978–1981 | 1981–1984 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 6.2 L | 5.9 L |
| Weight | 4 117 kg | 5 021 kg |
| Drive | 2WD or 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission | Power shift | Synchronized |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 16 / 4 | 16 / 6 |
| Rear lift capacity | 2 893 kg | 4 803 kg |
| Wheelbase | 260 cm | — |
| Length | 419 cm | 458 cm |
| Cab | Yes | Yes |