1993 Moody 31 vs Dufour 36 Classic — Comparison
1993 Moody 31
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1993 Moody 31 | Dufour 36 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Moody | Dufour |
| Year | 1993–2000 | 1996–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | France |
| Designer | Bill Dixon | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| LWL | 7.80 m (25.6 ft) | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.13 m (10.3 ft) | 3.50 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.5 m² (436 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Bilge | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1993 Moody 31 and Dufour 36 Classic represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1993 Moody 31 is a 1990s design by Moody from UK, while the Dufour 36 Classic is a 1990s offering from Dufour from France. The 1993 Moody 31 was penned by Bill Dixon. The Dufour 36 Classic was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the 1993 Moody 31 measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.13m, compared to the Dufour 36 Classic at 10.90m (35.8ft) with a 3.50m beam. The Dufour 36 Classic is 1.45m longer than the 1993 Moody 31. The Dufour 36 Classic displaces approximately 38% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1993 Moody 31 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.10 and 40.5 m² of sail area. The Dufour 36 Classic, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 36 Classic has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1993 Moody 31 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Dufour 36 Classic has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1993 Moody 31 and 32.3% for the Dufour 36 Classic, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1993 Moody 31 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The Dufour 36 Classic offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1993 Moody 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 Dufour 36 Classic 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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