1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 vs 1999 Lagoon 380 — Comparison
1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29
1999 Lagoon 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 | 1999 Lagoon 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Lagoon |
| Year | 1994–2003 | 1999–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | Sweden | France |
| Designer | Olle Enderlein | Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.85 m (29.0 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| LWL | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) | 10.88 m (35.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.02 m (9.9 ft) | 6.53 m (21.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.50 m (4.9 ft) | 1.15 m (3.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 38.0 m² (409 ft²) | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 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 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 and 1999 Lagoon 380 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 is a 1990s design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the 1999 Lagoon 380 is a 1990s offering from Lagoon from France. The 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 was penned by Olle Enderlein. The 1999 Lagoon 380 was designed by Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost.
In terms of size, the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 measures 8.85m (29.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.02m, compared to the 1999 Lagoon 380 at 11.55m (37.9ft) with a 6.53m beam. The 1999 Lagoon 380 is 2.70m longer than the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29. The 1999 Lagoon 380 displaces approximately 122% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.14 and 38.0 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 1999 Lagoon 380 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1999 Lagoon 380 has a comfort ratio of 8.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.30. The ballast ratios are 40.5% for the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 and 0.0% for the 1999 Lagoon 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 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 1994 Hallberg-Rassy 29 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 1999 Lagoon 380 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.