1977 Cape Dory 22 vs 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 — Comparison
1977 Cape Dory 22
1982 Pacific Seacraft 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1977 Cape Dory 22 | 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Cape Dory | Pacific Seacraft |
| Year | 1977–1983 | 1982–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Carl Alberg | William Crealock |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 5.18 m (17.0 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.13 m (7.0 ft) | 2.64 m (8.7 ft) |
| Draft | 0.91 m (3.0 ft) | 1.14 m (3.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,089 kg (2,401 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 454 kg (1,001 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 18.2 m² (196 ft²) | 30.5 m² (328 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 7 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 23 L (6.1 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1977 Cape Dory 22 and 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1977 Cape Dory 22 is a 1970s design by Cape Dory from USA, while the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 is a 1980s offering from Pacific Seacraft from USA. The 1977 Cape Dory 22 was penned by Carl Alberg. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 was designed by William Crealock.
In terms of size, the 1977 Cape Dory 22 measures 6.71m (22.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.13m, compared to the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.64m beam. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 is 1.52m longer than the 1977 Cape Dory 22. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 displaces approximately 192% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1977 Cape Dory 22 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.48 and 18.2 m² of sail area. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27, with an SA/D of 14.35 and 30.5 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1977 Cape Dory 22 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1977 Cape Dory 22 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 has a comfort ratio of 26.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 41.7% for the 1977 Cape Dory 22 and 42.9% for the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1977 Cape Dory 22 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 23L of water capacity and 19L of fuel. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 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 1977 Cape Dory 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.