How many "mechanics" can repair an injection pump, own a diesel timing light, own and use an injector tester, etc.? Not many.
On the other hand, how many can figure out carburetors, ignition distributors, magnetos, etc. More, I assume.
Thus gas engines are usually easier and cheaper to repair.
Diesel is 15-20% more efficient. And, even when diesel is priced 20-30 cents more per gallon, it still has more energy per dollar then gasoline.
Diesel starts harder in cold weather Diesel fuel gels in cold temps Diesel fuel can last for 20 years Few mechanics know how to work on diesel components.
Gas is easier to work on.
Gas can go bad in a year or two.
Older gas engines are often true tractor engines and built just as rugged as many diesels.
Newer gas engines used in tractors are lighter-duty car engines mostly. Often Mazda or Misubishi if water-cooled.
Gas engines have components that most mechanics can figure out on their own.
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