1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur vs 1984 Pearson 34 — Comparison
1984 Pearson 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur | 1984 Pearson 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Pearson |
| Year | 1988–1998 | 1984–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | William Shaw |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.21 m (33.5 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 47.0 m² (506 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 20 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L (23.8 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 152 L (40.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur and 1984 Pearson 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur is a 1980s design by Wauquiez from France, while the 1984 Pearson 34 is a 1980s offering from Pearson from USA. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The 1984 Pearson 34 was designed by William Shaw.
In terms of size, the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur measures 10.21m (33.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the 1984 Pearson 34 at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1984 Pearson 34 is 0.15m longer than the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur.
Looking at performance, the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.43 and 47.0 m² of sail area. The 1984 Pearson 34, with an SA/D of 15.11 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1984 Pearson 34 has a comfort ratio of 20.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 41.7% for the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur and 41.7% for the 1984 Pearson 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 90L of fuel. The 1984 Pearson 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 152L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur 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 Wauquiez Gladiateur 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.
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