2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i vs 1975 Pearson 28 — Comparison
1975 Pearson 28
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i | 1975 Pearson 28 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Pearson |
| Year | 2008–2012 | 1975–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | William Shaw |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) | 1,270 kg (2,800 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) | 30.0 m² (323 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 14 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i and 1975 Pearson 28 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1975 Pearson 28 is a 1970s offering from Pearson from USA. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1975 Pearson 28 was designed by William Shaw.
In terms of size, the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i measures 9.30m (30.5ft) overall with a beam of 2.98m, compared to the 1975 Pearson 28 at 8.53m (28.0ft) with a 2.74m beam. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is 0.77m longer than the 1975 Pearson 28. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i displaces approximately 36% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Pearson 28, with an SA/D of 14.83 and 30.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1975 Pearson 28 has a comfort ratio of 21.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i and 43.1% for the 1975 Pearson 28, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 50L of fuel. The 1975 Pearson 28 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Pearson 28 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 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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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