1990 Dehler 31 vs Hunter 36 — Comparison
Hunter 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1990 Dehler 31 | Hunter 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Hunter |
| Year | 1990–1996 | 1996–2001 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.13 m (10.3 ft) | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) | 5,897 kg (13,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,560 kg (3,439 lbs) | 2,313 kg (5,099 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.0 m² (474 ft²) | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1990 Dehler 31 and Hunter 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1990 Dehler 31 is a 1990s design by Dehler from Germany, while the Hunter 36 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1990 Dehler 31 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Hunter 36 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 1990 Dehler 31 measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.13m, compared to the Hunter 36 at 10.82m (35.5ft) with a 3.56m beam. The Hunter 36 is 1.37m longer than the 1990 Dehler 31. The Hunter 36 displaces approximately 51% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1990 Dehler 31 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.05 and 44.0 m² of sail area. The Hunter 36, with an SA/D of 17.43 and 56.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1990 Dehler 31 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1990 Dehler 31 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The Hunter 36 has a comfort ratio of 17.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1990 Dehler 31 and 39.2% for the Hunter 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1990 Dehler 31 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The Hunter 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Dehler 31 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 1990 Dehler 31 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 36 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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