2020 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Review

Comparison Review

Comfort
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between the Chevrolet Corvette and the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF in the front seats.

Convenience
The Chevrolet Corvette will require fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Corvette will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF, which has a much lower MSRP. Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The Chevrolet Corvette will cost more in transportation costs than the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Corvette is much wider than the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Corvette, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF.

Drivetrain
Due to its much higher torque, the engine of the Chevrolet Corvette does a much better job of transmitting power to the wheels than the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Corvette has a much more powerful engine than the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF. However, something you should consider is that higher horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Chevrolet Corvette and the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF. With its significantly greater cargo capacity, the Chevrolet Corvette will be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF.

Warranty
The Chevrolet Corvette comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Mazda MX-5 Miata RF.