1972 Islander 24 vs Jeanneau Sun 2000 — Comparison
1972 Islander 24
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1972 Islander 24 | Jeanneau Sun 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Islander | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1972–1977 | 2001–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Alan Gurney | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) | 6.08 m (19.9 ft) |
| LWL | 5.94 m (19.5 ft) | 5.45 m (17.9 ft) |
| Beam | 2.36 m (7.7 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.14 m (3.7 ft) | 1.10 m (3.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 700 kg (1,543 lbs) |
| Ballast | 635 kg (1,400 lbs) | 200 kg (441 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 23.5 m² (253 ft²) | 17.5 m² (188 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Lifting |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 7 HP | 4 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 23 L (6.1 gal) | — |
| Water Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 15 L (4.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 3 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1972 Islander 24 and Jeanneau Sun 2000 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1972 Islander 24 is a 1970s design by Islander from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun 2000 is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1972 Islander 24 was penned by Alan Gurney. The Jeanneau Sun 2000 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 1972 Islander 24 measures 7.32m (24.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.36m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun 2000 at 6.08m (19.9ft) with a 2.30m beam. The 1972 Islander 24 is 1.24m longer than the Jeanneau Sun 2000. The 1972 Islander 24 displaces approximately 127% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1972 Islander 24 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.55 and 23.5 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun 2000, with an SA/D of 22.57 and 17.5 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun 2000 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1972 Islander 24 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The Jeanneau Sun 2000 has a comfort ratio of 11.2 and a capsize screening value of 1.04. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1972 Islander 24 and 28.6% for the Jeanneau Sun 2000, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1972 Islander 24 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 38L of water capacity and 23L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun 2000 offers 3 berths in 1 cabin with 15L water and unspecified fuel.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1972 Islander 24 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The Jeanneau Sun 2000 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1972 Islander 24 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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