1972 Islander 24 vs Hunter 212 — Comparison
1972 Islander 24
Hunter 212
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1972 Islander 24 | Hunter 212 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Islander | Hunter |
| Year | 1972–1977 | 2003–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Alan Gurney | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) | 6.35 m (20.8 ft) |
| LWL | 5.94 m (19.5 ft) | 5.56 m (18.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.36 m (7.7 ft) | 2.26 m (7.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.14 m (3.7 ft) | 0.99 m (3.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 680 kg (1,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 635 kg (1,400 lbs) | 168 kg (370 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 23.5 m² (253 ft²) | 16.0 m² (172 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Centerboard |
| 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 Hunter 212 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1972 Islander 24 is a 1970s design by Islander from USA, while the Hunter 212 is a 2000s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1972 Islander 24 was penned by Alan Gurney. The Hunter 212 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 1972 Islander 24 measures 7.32m (24.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.36m, compared to the Hunter 212 at 6.35m (20.8ft) with a 2.26m beam. The 1972 Islander 24 is 0.97m longer than the Hunter 212. The 1972 Islander 24 displaces approximately 134% 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 Hunter 212, with an SA/D of 21.04 and 16.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Hunter 212 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 Hunter 212 has a comfort ratio of 10.5 and a capsize screening value of 1.03. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1972 Islander 24 and 24.7% for the Hunter 212, 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 Hunter 212 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 Hunter 212 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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