1992 J/32 vs 1990 Westerly Oceanquest — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1992 J/32 | 1990 Westerly Oceanquest |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | J/Boats | Westerly |
| Year | 1992–1997 | 1990–1996 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | UK |
| Designer | Rod Johnstone | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.91 m (32.5 ft) | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.13 m (10.3 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 5,897 kg (13,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.4 m² (521 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 23 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1992 J/32 and 1990 Westerly Oceanquest represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1992 J/32 is a 1990s design by J/Boats from USA, while the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest is a 1990s offering from Westerly from UK. The 1992 J/32 was penned by Rod Johnstone. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the 1992 J/32 measures 9.91m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.13m, compared to the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest at 10.67m (35.0ft) with a 3.40m beam. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest is 0.76m longer than the 1992 J/32. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest displaces approximately 53% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1992 J/32 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.00 and 48.4 m² of sail area. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest, with an SA/D of 14.32 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1992 J/32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1992 J/32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 43.5% for the 1992 J/32 and 38.5% for the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1992 J/32 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest 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 1992 J/32 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest 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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