2000 Najad 355 vs 1983 Freedom 36 — Comparison
1983 Freedom 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Najad 355 | 1983 Freedom 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Najad | Freedom |
| Year | 2000–2010 | 1983–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Garry Hoyt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.72 m (35.2 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.00 m (29.5 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.38 m (11.1 ft) | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,000 kg (13,228 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 51.0 m² (549 ft²) | 49.0 m² (527 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 110 L (29.1 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 190 L (50.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Najad 355 and 1983 Freedom 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Najad 355 is a 2000s design by Najad from Sweden, while the 1983 Freedom 36 is a 1980s offering from Freedom from USA. The 2000 Najad 355 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1983 Freedom 36 was designed by Garry Hoyt.
In terms of size, the 2000 Najad 355 measures 10.72m (35.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.38m, compared to the 1983 Freedom 36 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.51m beam. The 1983 Freedom 36 is 0.25m longer than the 2000 Najad 355. The 1983 Freedom 36 displaces approximately 2% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Najad 355 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.69 and 51.0 m² of sail area. The 1983 Freedom 36, with an SA/D of 14.88 and 49.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2000 Najad 355 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Najad 355 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1983 Freedom 36 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 2000 Najad 355 and 37.0% for the 1983 Freedom 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Najad 355 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L of water capacity and 110L of fuel. The 1983 Freedom 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 190L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2000 Najad 355 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 2000 Najad 355 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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