1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 vs 2013 Elan 350 — Comparison
1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35
2013 Elan 350
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 | 2013 Elan 350 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Elan |
| Year | 1988–1993 | 2013–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Slovenia |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.45 m (11.3 ft) | 3.46 m (11.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) | 6,100 kg (13,448 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 58.0 m² (624 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 20 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 and 2013 Elan 350 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 is a 1980s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 2013 Elan 350 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 2013 Elan 350 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
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 2013 Elan 350 at 10.67m (35.0ft) with a 3.46m beam. The 2013 Elan 350 is 0.07m longer than the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35. The 2013 Elan 350 displaces approximately 8% 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 2013 Elan 350, with an SA/D of 17.65 and 58.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2013 Elan 350 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 2013 Elan 350 has a comfort ratio of 19.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 and 30.3% for the 2013 Elan 350, 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 2013 Elan 350 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 35 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 2013 Elan 350 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.