1986 J/28 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1986 J/28 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | J/Boats | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1986–1990 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Rod Johnstone | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.66 m (28.4 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| LWL | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) | 9.44 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) | 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 37.6 m² (405 ft²) | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 12 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1986 J/28 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1986 J/28 is a 1980s design by J/Boats from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1986 J/28 was penned by Rod Johnstone. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1986 J/28 measures 8.66m (28.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) at 10.34m (33.9ft) with a 3.44m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is 1.68m longer than the 1986 J/28. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) displaces approximately 93% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1986 J/28 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.59 and 37.6 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019), with an SA/D of 17.51 and 55.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1986 J/28 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1986 J/28 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.85). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has a comfort ratio of 17.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 46.2% for the 1986 J/28 and 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019), reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1986 J/28 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L of water capacity and 38L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) 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 1986 J/28 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) 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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