1984 MacGregor 26 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i — Comparison
1984 MacGregor 26
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1984 MacGregor 26 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | MacGregor | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1984–1995 | 2007–2011 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Roger MacGregor | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.80 m (25.6 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 8.50 m (27.9 ft) |
| Beam | 2.59 m (8.5 ft) | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 0.61 m (2.0 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 998 kg (2,200 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 227 kg (500 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 22.3 m² (240 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Centerboard | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 5 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 23 L (6.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1984 MacGregor 26 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1984 MacGregor 26 is a 1980s design by MacGregor from USA, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1984 MacGregor 26 was penned by Roger MacGregor. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1984 MacGregor 26 measures 7.80m (25.6ft) overall with a beam of 2.59m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.12m beam. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i is 1.92m longer than the 1984 MacGregor 26. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i displaces approximately 361% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1984 MacGregor 26 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 22.70 and 22.3 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, with an SA/D of 15.43 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1984 MacGregor 26 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1984 MacGregor 26 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 8.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.04). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i has a comfort ratio of 19.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 22.8% for the 1984 MacGregor 26 and 29.4% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1984 MacGregor 26 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 23L of water capacity and 15L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i 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 MacGregor 26 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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