2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i vs 1983 Freedom 36 — Comparison
1983 Freedom 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i | 1983 Freedom 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Freedom |
| Year | 2008–2012 | 1983–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Garry Hoyt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 37.0 m² (398 ft²) | 49.0 m² (527 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 14 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 190 L (50.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i and 1983 Freedom 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1983 Freedom 36 is a 1980s offering from Freedom from USA. The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1983 Freedom 36 was designed by Garry Hoyt.
In terms of size, the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i measures 9.30m (30.5ft) overall with a beam of 2.98m, compared to the 1983 Freedom 36 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.51m beam. The 1983 Freedom 36 is 1.67m longer than the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i. The 1983 Freedom 36 displaces approximately 53% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.92 and 37.0 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 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.7) 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 27.5% for the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i and 37.0% for the 1983 Freedom 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 50L of fuel. The 1983 Freedom 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 190L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i 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 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 30i has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1983 Freedom 36 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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