1984 Dehler 25 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1984 Dehler 25 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1984–1992 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | E.G. van de Stadt | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.50 m (24.6 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 6.30 m (20.7 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.35 m (4.4 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 680 kg (1,499 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 22.5 m² (242 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 8 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 25 L (6.6 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 40 L (10.6 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1984 Dehler 25 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1984 Dehler 25 is a 1980s design by Dehler from Germany, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1984 Dehler 25 was penned by E.G. van de Stadt. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1984 Dehler 25 measures 7.50m (24.6ft) overall with a beam of 2.50m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is 1.80m longer than the 1984 Dehler 25. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i displaces approximately 122% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1984 Dehler 25 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.46 and 22.5 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1984 Dehler 25 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1984 Dehler 25 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 37.8% for the 1984 Dehler 25 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1984 Dehler 25 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 40L of water capacity and 25L of fuel. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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 1984 Dehler 25 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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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