1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 vs 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 — Comparison
1988 Pacific Seacraft 31
1990 Pacific Seacraft 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 | 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Pacific Seacraft | Pacific Seacraft |
| Year | 1988–2007 | 1990–2007 |
| Type | Sloop | Cutter |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | William Crealock | William Crealock |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) | 6,350 kg (13,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,177 kg (4,799 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.5 m² (436 ft²) | 51.5 m² (554 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 25 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 151 L (39.9 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 and 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 is a 1980s design by Pacific Seacraft from USA, while the 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 is a 1990s offering from Pacific Seacraft from USA. The 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 was penned by William Crealock. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 was designed by William Crealock.
In terms of size, the 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 is 0.91m longer than the 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 displaces approximately 27% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.09 and 40.5 m² of sail area. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34, with an SA/D of 15.26 and 51.5 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 26.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 has a comfort ratio of 27.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 43.6% for the 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 and 42.9% for the 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1988 Pacific Seacraft 31 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 151L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 227L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 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 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.