1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra vs 1980 Freedom 33 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra | 1980 Freedom 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nonsuch | Freedom |
| Year | 1986–1995 | 1980–1987 |
| Type | Other | Other |
| Country | Canada | USA |
| Designer | Mark Ellis | Garry Hoyt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) | 1,996 kg (4,400 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 39.0 m² (420 ft²) | 41.0 m² (441 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra and 1980 Freedom 33 represent two takes on other-rigged sailing. The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra is a 1980s design by Nonsuch from Canada, while the 1980 Freedom 33 is a 1980s offering from Freedom from USA. The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra was penned by Mark Ellis. The 1980 Freedom 33 was designed by Garry Hoyt.
In terms of size, the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 1980 Freedom 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1980 Freedom 33 is 0.92m longer than the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra. The 1980 Freedom 33 displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.46 and 39.0 m² of sail area. The 1980 Freedom 33, with an SA/D of 14.27 and 41.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The 1980 Freedom 33 has a comfort ratio of 19.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra and 40.0% for the 1980 Freedom 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 1980 Freedom 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra 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 Nonsuch 30 Ultra 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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