1983 Sabre 28 vs Jeanneau Sun 2000 — Comparison
1983 Sabre 28
Jeanneau Sun 2000
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1983 Sabre 28 | Jeanneau Sun 2000 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Sabre | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1983–1990 | 2001–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Roger Hewson | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) | 6.08 m (19.9 ft) |
| LWL | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) | 5.45 m (17.9 ft) |
| Beam | 2.90 m (9.5 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.10 m (3.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,402 kg (7,500 lbs) | 700 kg (1,543 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) | 200 kg (441 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 35.3 m² (380 ft²) | 17.5 m² (188 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Lifting |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 4 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L (11.9 gal) | — |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 15 L (4.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 3 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1983 Sabre 28 and Jeanneau Sun 2000 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1983 Sabre 28 is a 1980s design by Sabre from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun 2000 is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1983 Sabre 28 was penned by Roger Hewson. The Jeanneau Sun 2000 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 1983 Sabre 28 measures 8.53m (28.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.90m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun 2000 at 6.08m (19.9ft) with a 2.30m beam. The 1983 Sabre 28 is 2.45m longer than the Jeanneau Sun 2000. The 1983 Sabre 28 displaces approximately 386% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1983 Sabre 28 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.86 and 35.3 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun 2000, with an SA/D of 22.57 and 17.5 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun 2000 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1983 Sabre 28 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Jeanneau Sun 2000 has a comfort ratio of 11.2 and a capsize screening value of 1.04. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1983 Sabre 28 and 28.6% for the Jeanneau Sun 2000, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1983 Sabre 28 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 45L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun 2000 offers 3 berths in 1 cabin with 15L water and unspecified fuel.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1983 Sabre 28 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 Jeanneau Sun 2000 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1983 Sabre 28 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.