1980 CS 33 vs Catalina 34 MkII — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1980 CS 33 | Catalina 34 MkII |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | CS Yachts | Catalina |
| Year | 1980–1987 | 1995–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Canada | USA |
| Designer | Ray Wall | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 49.1 m² (529 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 151 L (39.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1980 CS 33 and Catalina 34 MkII represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1980 CS 33 is a 1980s design by CS Yachts from Canada, while the Catalina 34 MkII is a 1990s offering from Catalina from USA. The 1980 CS 33 was penned by Ray Wall. The Catalina 34 MkII was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 1980 CS 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.20m, compared to the Catalina 34 MkII at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Catalina 34 MkII is 0.30m longer than the 1980 CS 33. The Catalina 34 MkII displaces approximately 14% 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 Catalina 34 MkII, with an SA/D of 17.08 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. 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 Catalina 34 MkII has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 42.9% for the 1980 CS 33 and 37.5% for the Catalina 34 MkII, 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 Catalina 34 MkII offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 151L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1980 CS 33 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: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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