1995 J/80 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1995 J/80 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | J/Boats | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1995 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Rod Johnstone | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.00 m (26.2 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.49 m (4.9 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,360 kg (2,998 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 499 kg (1,100 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 32.0 m² (344 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | — | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | — | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 2 | 5 |
| Cabins | — | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1995 J/80 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1995 J/80 is a 1990s design by J/Boats from USA, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1995 J/80 was penned by Rod Johnstone. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1995 J/80 measures 8.00m (26.2ft) overall with a beam of 2.50m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is 1.30m longer than the 1995 J/80. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i displaces approximately 194% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1995 J/80 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 26.50 and 32.0 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1995 J/80 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1995 J/80 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 11.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.90). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 36.7% for the 1995 J/80 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1995 J/80 provides 2 berths with unspecified water tankage and unspecified fuel capacity. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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 1995 J/80 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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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