1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 vs 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra — Comparison
1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35
1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 | 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Nonsuch |
| Year | 1988–1993 | 1986–1995 |
| Type | Sloop | Other |
| Country | France | Canada |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Mark Ellis |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.45 m (11.3 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 39.0 m² (420 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 20 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 and 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 is a 1980s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra is a 1980s offering from Nonsuch from Canada. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra was designed by Mark Ellis.
In terms of size, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 measures 10.60m (34.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.45m, compared to the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra at 9.14m (30.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 is 1.46m longer than the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 displaces approximately 25% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.57 and 55.0 m² of sail area. The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra, with an SA/D of 14.46 and 39.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra has a comfort ratio of 19.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 and 40.0% for the 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 160L of water capacity and 85L of fuel. The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra offers 6 berths in 1 cabin with 114L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Nonsuch 30 Ultra 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 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.