Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs 1980 Contest 33 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i
1980 Contest 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | 1980 Contest 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Contest |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 1980–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Netherlands |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Dick Zaal |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 44.0 m² (474 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Steel |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 22 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 1980 Contest 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1980 Contest 33 is a 1980s offering from Contest from Netherlands. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1980 Contest 33 was designed by Dick Zaal.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the 1980 Contest 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The 1980 Contest 33 is 0.10m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The 1980 Contest 33 displaces approximately 2% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.46 and 48.0 m² of sail area. The 1980 Contest 33, with an SA/D of 14.90 and 44.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1980 Contest 33 has a comfort ratio of 22.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 40.4% for the 1980 Contest 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 1980 Contest 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1980 Contest 33 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i 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.