1980 CS 33 vs 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 — Comparison
1980 CS 33
1986 Pacific Seacraft 25
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1980 CS 33 | 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | CS Yachts | Pacific Seacraft |
| Year | 1980–1987 | 1986–2007 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Canada | USA |
| Designer | Ray Wall | William Crealock |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 5.94 m (19.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 953 kg (2,101 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 49.1 m² (529 ft²) | 24.0 m² (258 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1980 CS 33 and 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1980 CS 33 is a 1980s design by CS Yachts from Canada, while the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 is a 1980s offering from Pacific Seacraft from USA. The 1980 CS 33 was penned by Ray Wall. The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 was designed by William Crealock.
In terms of size, the 1980 CS 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.20m, compared to the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The 1980 CS 33 is 2.44m longer than the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25. The 1980 CS 33 displaces approximately 110% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1980 CS 33 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.62 and 49.1 m² of sail area. The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25, with an SA/D of 14.13 and 24.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1980 CS 33 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1980 CS 33 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 has a comfort ratio of 25.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 42.9% for the 1980 CS 33 and 42.0% for the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1980 CS 33 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 30L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 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 1980 CS 33 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1980 CS 33 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.