TOM KAN PA wrote:

I'm debating between a Lawnboy 6.5 hp 2 cycle self propelled vs. a 6.5 hp
Toro/Lawnboy 4 cycle self propelled mower. I prefer a 2 cycle, but for $20 more
than the Lawnboy, the Toro is electric start.
I sort of like this feature. I've always owned 2 cycle mowers, I like the fact
that you don't have to worry about changing or checking oil.
Since they're the same h.p., would they have the same power? As for as
cutting/mulching grass?
Are there any other pros or cons of a 4 cycle over a 2, or visa versa?




Two-cycle is lighter and smaller for the same horsepower, which really
doesn't matter for a lawmmower. The biggest overlooked advantage of a
2-cycle is it can be used in any position without it starving for oil.
That's a big deal if you are mowing steep hills, otherwise it doesn't
make any difference with a lawnmower.

Good premix oil for an aircooled 2-cycle engine is expensive, so it
really increases your fuel cost over a 4-cycle.

Bob