1974 Catalina 22 vs 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 — Comparison
1974 Catalina 22
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1974 Catalina 22 | 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Pacific Seacraft |
| Year | 1974–2012 | 1986–2007 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Frank Butler | William Crealock |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 5.79 m (19.0 ft) | 5.94 m (19.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.24 m (7.3 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 862 kg (1,900 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 363 kg (800 lbs) | 953 kg (2,101 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 18.4 m² (198 ft²) | 24.0 m² (258 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 6 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 20 L (5.3 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1974 Catalina 22 and 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1974 Catalina 22 is a 1970s design by Catalina from USA, while the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 is a 1980s offering from Pacific Seacraft from USA. The 1974 Catalina 22 was penned by Frank Butler. The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 was designed by William Crealock.
In terms of size, the 1974 Catalina 22 measures 6.71m (22.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.24m, compared to the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 is 0.91m longer than the 1974 Catalina 22. The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 displaces approximately 163% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1974 Catalina 22 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.65 and 18.4 m² of sail area. The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25, with an SA/D of 14.13 and 24.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1974 Catalina 22 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1974 Catalina 22 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.94). The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 has a comfort ratio of 25.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 42.1% for the 1974 Catalina 22 and 42.0% for the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1974 Catalina 22 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 20L of water capacity and 15L of fuel. The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 30L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 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 1974 Catalina 22 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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