2016 Dehler 30 OD vs 1990 Island Packet 29 — Comparison
1990 Island Packet 29
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Dehler 30 OD | 1990 Island Packet 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Island Packet |
| Year | 2016 | 1990–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Bob Johnson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) | 7.47 m (24.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.12 m (3.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 33.5 m² (361 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 35 L (9.2 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 132 L (34.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Dehler 30 OD and 1990 Island Packet 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 1990 Island Packet 29 is a 1990s offering from Island Packet from USA. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1990 Island Packet 29 was designed by Bob Johnson.
In terms of size, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.98m, compared to the 1990 Island Packet 29 at 8.84m (29.0ft) with a 3.05m beam. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD is 0.61m longer than the 1990 Island Packet 29. The 1990 Island Packet 29 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.54 and 46.0 m² of sail area. The 1990 Island Packet 29, with an SA/D of 13.84 and 33.5 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1990 Island Packet 29 has a comfort ratio of 21.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD and 41.2% for the 1990 Island Packet 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L of water capacity and 35L of fuel. The 1990 Island Packet 29 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 132L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Island Packet 29 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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 Island Packet 29 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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