1969 O'Day 22 vs 1986 Island Packet 27 — Comparison
1969 O'Day 22
1986 Island Packet 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1969 O'Day 22 | 1986 Island Packet 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | O'Day | Island Packet |
| Year | 1969–1983 | 1986–1994 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | C. Raymond Hunt | Bob Johnson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 5.72 m (18.8 ft) | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.29 m (7.5 ft) | 2.90 m (9.5 ft) |
| Draft | 0.99 m (3.2 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 862 kg (1,900 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 318 kg (701 lbs) | 1,270 kg (2,800 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 17.7 m² (191 ft²) | 29.0 m² (312 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 6 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1969 O'Day 22 and 1986 Island Packet 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1969 O'Day 22 is a classic design by O'Day from USA, while the 1986 Island Packet 27 is a 1980s offering from Island Packet from USA. The 1969 O'Day 22 was penned by C. Raymond Hunt. The 1986 Island Packet 27 was designed by Bob Johnson.
In terms of size, the 1969 O'Day 22 measures 6.71m (22.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.29m, compared to the 1986 Island Packet 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.90m beam. The 1986 Island Packet 27 is 1.52m longer than the 1969 O'Day 22. The 1986 Island Packet 27 displaces approximately 268% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1969 O'Day 22 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.87 and 17.7 m² of sail area. The 1986 Island Packet 27, with an SA/D of 13.64 and 29.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1969 O'Day 22 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1969 O'Day 22 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.96). The 1986 Island Packet 27 has a comfort ratio of 21.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 36.9% for the 1969 O'Day 22 and 40.0% for the 1986 Island Packet 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1969 O'Day 22 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 19L of water capacity and 15L of fuel. The 1986 Island Packet 27 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 95L water and 57L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Island Packet 27 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 1969 O'Day 22 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.