All I can say is that I own a '97 Miata and recently bought an '07 Solstice (base) and I fucking love both of them. While the Miata has a better "in control" feel to it, the Solstice does an amazing job of keeping right up with the Miata in terms of "roadster feel".
One big difference i've felt in the Solstice is it's ability to grip in tight turn situations. It's amazing what you can pull off without any oversteer.
I don't know-cup holders is really the only issue I have with my Soli... It beats the Miata through the chicanes and is just flat out awesome on curves. Light as it is, it drifts well too...
the mazda cost more because the body isnt made of fucking plastic every solstice owner ive came across said they are not happy with the car every miata owner loves their mazda and plus the solstice just feels cheap
@ignatzRat The Opel you are talking about is the GT and it is made in Delaware so it is really a Europeanized Pontiac. But your right they are still both great little convertibles.
Hmmmmmm present GM lineups don't list Solstice/Sky! (cheap shot!)
BTW how is the Miata labled a "Girls Car:" and the Solstice /Sky not by many "enthusiasts"?.....They have similar performance as this shows..
I agree with YOUCANNOTDENY on the pride issue and GM should have stuck with the Vette it is much better and has the power.
And Yes it is an Americanized Opel (check Wiki)..... Not that there is anything wrong with that! It is a great little convertible.. But so is the MIata!
All I can say is that I own a '97 Miata and recently bought an '07 Solstice (base) and I fucking love both of them. While the Miata has a better "in control" feel to it, the Solstice does an amazing job of keeping right up with the Miata in terms of "roadster feel".
One big difference i've felt in the Solstice is it's ability to grip in tight turn situations. It's amazing what you can pull off without any oversteer.
retrohippie 4 days ago
@monstermiataman
I don't know-cup holders is really the only issue I have with my Soli... It beats the Miata through the chicanes and is just flat out awesome on curves. Light as it is, it drifts well too...
Tywinkie 3 months ago
the mazda cost more because the body isnt made of fucking plastic every solstice owner ive came across said they are not happy with the car every miata owner loves their mazda and plus the solstice just feels cheap
monstermiataman 6 months ago
@ignatzRat The Opel you are talking about is the GT and it is made in Delaware so it is really a Europeanized Pontiac. But your right they are still both great little convertibles.
kpaireidy 7 months ago
i dont care what the soltice has!! i love miata!!! its the purest of roadsters!!
dahGnote 11 months ago
Hmmmmmm present GM lineups don't list Solstice/Sky! (cheap shot!)
BTW how is the Miata labled a "Girls Car:" and the Solstice /Sky not by many "enthusiasts"?.....They have similar performance as this shows..
I agree with YOUCANNOTDENY on the pride issue and GM should have stuck with the Vette it is much better and has the power.
And Yes it is an Americanized Opel (check Wiki)..... Not that there is anything wrong with that! It is a great little convertible.. But so is the MIata!
ignatzRat 2 years ago
The GXP suspension and acceleration is FAR superior to the base model and about the same cost as the Miata.
mikecronis 2 years ago
who cares?
Rafflersauce 2 years ago
lol, the video says mx-5 vs solstice but the announcer always says solstice vs miata. is this some american pride issues?
YOUCANNOTDENY 2 years ago
We all value your opinion Mr. Pro Race Car Driver.
threehonks77 2 years ago