1982 S2 7.9 vs 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i — Comparison
1982 S2 7.9
2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 S2 7.9 | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1982–1988 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.90 m (25.9 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| LWL | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) |
| Ballast | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 31.6 m² (340 ft²) | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 14 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 S2 7.9 and 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1982 S2 7.9 is a 1980s design by S2 from USA, while the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1982 S2 7.9 was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1982 S2 7.9 measures 7.90m (25.9ft) overall with a beam of 2.84m, compared to the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i at 9.30m (30.5ft) with a 2.98m beam. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is 1.40m longer than the 1982 S2 7.9. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i displaces approximately 76% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1982 S2 7.9 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.61 and 31.6 m² of sail area. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, with an SA/D of 14.92 and 37.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1982 S2 7.9 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1982 S2 7.9 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.87). The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has a comfort ratio of 19.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1982 S2 7.9 and 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1982 S2 7.9 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L of water capacity and 38L of fuel. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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 1982 S2 7.9 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.