How about this fence straddler of an answer? BOTH have their place. Newer equipment is luxurious compared to some of the oldies. Better for long hours in harsh conditions. Better hydraulics, better lighting, safer, long term warranties, argueably more efficient, and without arguement MUCH more expensive and much more involved to spin wrenches on, even for those who know how and understand the modern systems. That fits in the operation and lifestyle of SOME folks.
But they're way off target for a lot of users.
Simple, inexpensive, relatively basic tractors have a great market. You know why? Because they're a perfect match for many. As the "new generation" of tractors reaches their senior years, there'll still be a market for simple basic cheap horsepower. Will todays tractors be able to fill that niche? Probably not.
It doesn't have to be one or the other. It can be BOTH. And as time goes along, the oldies that are still in good condition will INCREASE in value as the numbers dwindle. Just too many of us out there that have a few acres, 2 cows, and 30 acres of pasture to mow. Not all of us even want to try to justify buying a $50,000 tractor to do what a $5000 will do just as well.
Back 40 or 50 years ago, there were some GREAT tractors built. There were a few real pigs too. Same applies today. There are a few really outstanding models and brands, along with a few stinkers. You just have to pick the one that fits YOUR needs the best.
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