Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 vs 1984 C&C 37+ — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389
1984 C&C 37+
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 | 1984 C&C 37+ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2019 | 1984–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Canada |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.75 m (38.5 ft) | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 6,577 kg (14,500 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and 1984 C&C 37+ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1984 C&C 37+ is a 1980s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1984 C&C 37+ was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 measures 11.75m (38.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.76m, compared to the 1984 C&C 37+ at 11.28m (37.0ft) with a 3.56m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 is 0.47m longer than the 1984 C&C 37+. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.82 and 64.0 m² of sail area. The 1984 C&C 37+, with an SA/D of 16.50 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1984 C&C 37+ has a comfort ratio of 19.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 and 41.4% for the 1984 C&C 37+, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 389 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 280L of water capacity and 160L of fuel. The 1984 C&C 37+ offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1984 C&C 37+ 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 389 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1984 C&C 37+ offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.