1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 vs 1982 Westerly Konsort — Comparison
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 | 1982 Westerly Konsort |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Westerly |
| Year | 1988–1993 | 1982–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | UK |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| LWL | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.45 m (11.3 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 20 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 and 1982 Westerly Konsort represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 is a 1980s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 measures 10.60m (34.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.45m, compared to the 1982 Westerly Konsort at 9.50m (31.2ft) with a 3.10m beam. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 is 1.10m longer than the 1982 Westerly Konsort. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 displaces approximately 25% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.57 and 55.0 m² of sail area. The 1982 Westerly Konsort, with an SA/D of 12.61 and 34.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1982 Westerly Konsort has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 and 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 160L of water capacity and 85L of fuel. The 1982 Westerly Konsort offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 Westerly Konsort 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 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 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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