2014 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2016 Nissan 370Z Convertible

Two Convertibles with some similarities, but otherwise different in most aspects such as the starting price, horsepower, model year, fuel economy, ground shadow size, and height. First of all, there is a notable difference in the starting price of the 2014 Mazda MX-5 Miata, which is $18,100 less than the base MSRP of the 2016 Nissan 370Z Convertible, which is two model years newer. Also, the 2016 370Z Convertible has bigger and thirstier engine; the 2014 MX-5 Miata gets 3.5 more mpg. And finally, the MX-5 Miata is both slightly smaller and shorter than the 370Z Convertible. Among similarities are the body structure, market segment, and maximum occupancy.