1980 CS 33 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 — Comparison

1980 CS 33 1980 CS 33
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Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319

Specifications Side by Side

Specification 1980 CS 33 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
General
Manufacturer CS Yachts Jeanneau
Year 1980–1987 2019
Type Sloop Sloop
Country Canada France
Designer Ray Wall Marc Lombard
Dimensions
LOA 10.06 m (33.0 ft) 9.80 m (32.2 ft)
LWL 8.23 m (27.0 ft) 8.75 m (28.7 ft)
Beam 3.20 m (10.5 ft) 3.19 m (10.5 ft)
Draft 1.68 m (5.5 ft) 1.60 m (5.2 ft)
Weight
Displacement 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs)
Ballast 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area 49.1 m² (529 ft²) 43.0 m² (463 ft²)
Hull Material Fiberglass Fiberglass
Keel Type Fin Fin
Engine & Tanks
Engine 18 HP 21 HP
Fuel Capacity 68 L (18.0 gal) 100 L (26.4 gal)
Water Capacity 114 L (30.1 gal) 150 L (39.6 gal)
Accommodation
Berths 6 6
Cabins 2 1

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
1980 CS 33
17.62
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
15.57
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
1980 CS 33
42.85
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
27.66
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
1980 CS 33
0.76
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
0.76
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
1980 CS 33
20.17
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319
18.75

Detailed Comparison

The 1980 CS 33 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1980 CS 33 is a 1980s design by CS Yachts from Canada, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1980 CS 33 was penned by Ray Wall. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 was designed by Marc Lombard.

In terms of size, the 1980 CS 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.20m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 at 9.80m (32.2ft) with a 3.19m beam. The 1980 CS 33 is 0.26m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319. The 1980 CS 33 displaces approximately 1% 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319, with an SA/D of 15.57 and 43.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 42.9% for the 1980 CS 33 and 27.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319, 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 offers 6 berths in 1 cabin with 150L water and 100L 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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