1965 Pearson Vanguard vs 1975 Ericson 25+ — Comparison
1965 Pearson Vanguard
1975 Ericson 25+
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1965 Pearson Vanguard | 1975 Ericson 25+ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Pearson | Ericson |
| Year | 1965–1972 | 1975–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Philip Rhodes | Bruce King |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.83 m (32.3 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) | 6.25 m (20.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 1,905 kg (4,200 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 726 kg (1,601 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) | 25.0 m² (269 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 23 L (6.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1965 Pearson Vanguard and 1975 Ericson 25+ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is a classic design by Pearson from USA, while the 1975 Ericson 25+ is a 1970s offering from Ericson from USA. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard was penned by Philip Rhodes. The 1975 Ericson 25+ was designed by Bruce King.
In terms of size, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard measures 9.83m (32.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.84m, compared to the 1975 Ericson 25+ at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is 2.21m longer than the 1975 Ericson 25+. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard displaces approximately 114% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.32 and 36.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Ericson 25+, with an SA/D of 16.54 and 25.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1975 Ericson 25+ has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 25.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The 1975 Ericson 25+ has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 41.1% for the 1965 Pearson Vanguard and 38.1% for the 1975 Ericson 25+, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L of water capacity and 38L of fuel. The 1975 Ericson 25+ offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 45L water and 23L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1965 Pearson Vanguard 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 1975 Ericson 25+ has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1965 Pearson Vanguard offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.