2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 vs 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 — Comparison
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
1982 Pacific Seacraft 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 | 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Pacific Seacraft |
| Year | 2015–2019 | 1982–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | William Crealock |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 2.64 m (8.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.14 m (3.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) | 30.5 m² (328 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 is a 1980s offering from Pacific Seacraft from USA. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 was designed by William Crealock.
In terms of size, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 measures 10.34m (33.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.44m, compared to the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.64m beam. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is 2.11m longer than the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 displaces approximately 73% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.26 and 56.0 m² of sail area. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27, with an SA/D of 14.35 and 30.5 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 has a comfort ratio of 26.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 29.1% for the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 42.9% for the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 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 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.