Dufour 382 Grand Large vs 1990 Island Packet 29 — Comparison
Dufour 382 Grand Large
1990 Island Packet 29
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 382 Grand Large | 1990 Island Packet 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Island Packet |
| Year | 2014–2018 | 1990–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | Bob Johnson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) | 7.47 m (24.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.12 m (3.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 33.5 m² (361 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 132 L (34.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 382 Grand Large and 1990 Island Packet 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the 1990 Island Packet 29 is a 1990s offering from Island Packet from USA. The Dufour 382 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The 1990 Island Packet 29 was designed by Bob Johnson.
In terms of size, the Dufour 382 Grand Large measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the 1990 Island Packet 29 at 8.84m (29.0ft) with a 3.05m beam. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is 2.71m longer than the 1990 Island Packet 29. The Dufour 382 Grand Large displaces approximately 87% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 382 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of sail area. The 1990 Island Packet 29, with an SA/D of 13.84 and 33.5 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Dufour 382 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 382 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1990 Island Packet 29 has a comfort ratio of 21.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Dufour 382 Grand Large and 41.2% for the 1990 Island Packet 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 382 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The 1990 Island Packet 29 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 132L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Island Packet 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 Dufour 382 Grand Large has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Dufour 382 Grand Large offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.