Are they both the HP motors? Are the swings the same? Go with the larger motor and swing. Qaulity wise they should be about equal.
There is something missing from this thread. What do you want to do with it? What are planning to turn? Pens? Bathtubs? OK, prolly something in between. What?
LOL... not Bathtubs. Pens, small bowls, stuff like that. Nothing to large
I've had my Jet 1014 for quite a while. Never a problem. The Jet 1014 is great for small stuff, wish I had the variable speed model though. Have it mounted on the Jet stand, have a Midi chuck and enjoy the setup tremendously! For bigger things, I keep my wishes up for a Powermatic in the future. I am sure I would keep the jet also.