Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i vs 1984 Cape Dory 33 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i
1984 Cape Dory 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i | 1984 Cape Dory 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Cape Dory |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 1984–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Carl Alberg |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.96 m (32.7 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.05 m (29.7 ft) | 7.92 m (26.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) | 3.12 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.75 m (5.7 ft) | 1.45 m (4.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,177 kg (4,799 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 44.0 m² (474 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 22 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 151 L (39.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 1984 Cape Dory 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1984 Cape Dory 33 is a 1980s offering from Cape Dory from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1984 Cape Dory 33 was designed by Carl Alberg.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i measures 9.96m (32.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.34m, compared to the 1984 Cape Dory 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.12m beam. The 1984 Cape Dory 33 is 0.10m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i 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 1984 Cape Dory 33, with an SA/D of 15.31 and 44.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 1984 Cape Dory 33 has a comfort ratio of 23.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 29.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i and 43.6% for the 1984 Cape Dory 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 1984 Cape Dory 33 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 151L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1984 Cape Dory 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: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 33i offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.