1990 Dehler 31 vs 1999 Lagoon 380 — Comparison
1990 Dehler 31
1999 Lagoon 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1990 Dehler 31 | 1999 Lagoon 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Lagoon |
| Year | 1990–1996 | 1999–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| LWL | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) | 10.88 m (35.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.13 m (10.3 ft) | 6.53 m (21.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.15 m (3.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,560 kg (3,439 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.0 m² (474 ft²) | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 360 L (95.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1990 Dehler 31 and 1999 Lagoon 380 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1990 Dehler 31 is a 1990s design by Dehler from Germany, while the 1999 Lagoon 380 is a 1990s offering from Lagoon from France. The 1990 Dehler 31 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1999 Lagoon 380 was designed by Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost.
In terms of size, the 1990 Dehler 31 measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.13m, compared to the 1999 Lagoon 380 at 11.55m (37.9ft) with a 6.53m beam. The 1999 Lagoon 380 is 2.10m longer than the 1990 Dehler 31. The 1999 Lagoon 380 displaces approximately 110% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1990 Dehler 31 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.05 and 44.0 m² of sail area. The 1999 Lagoon 380, with an SA/D of 17.24 and 69.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1990 Dehler 31 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1990 Dehler 31 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 1999 Lagoon 380 has a comfort ratio of 8.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.30. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1990 Dehler 31 and 0.0% for the 1999 Lagoon 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1990 Dehler 31 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1999 Lagoon 380 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 360L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Dehler 31 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 Dehler 31 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1999 Lagoon 380 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.