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Lada Vesta vs Skoda Rapid: specs side by side

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Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Lada Vesta

Lada · 2015–present

Vesta

C PI 481

Power
78 kW106 PS
Top speed
-
Kerb mass
1,190 kg

Skoda Rapid

Skoda · 1984–1990

Rapid Typ 743 / 747

Power
43 kW58 PS
Top speed
153 km/h
Kerb mass
-

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At a glance

Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.

  • City Rapid Typ 743 / 747 Length: 4,200 mm vs 4,410 mm; Width: 1,610 mm vs 1,764 mm

In plain words

Lada Vesta has more power: 78 kW (106 PS) against 43 kW (58 PS) for Skoda Rapid. Lada Vesta is 210 mm longer than Skoda Rapid (4,410 mm vs 4,200 mm). Skoda Rapid is the older design (from 1935); Lada Vesta arrived in 2015. Lada Vesta is still in production; Skoda Rapid is not. On the catalog figures, the Skoda Rapid is the pick for city. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Skoda Rapid yet, so some checks above leave it out.

Size and weight

Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.

Vesta · Rapid Typ 743 / 747
0 m1 m2 m3 m4 m5 m1 m0 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ft5 ft6 ft7 ft8 ft9 ft10 ft11 ft12 ft13 ft14 ft15 ft16 ft17 ft18 ft19 ft1 ft2 ft3 ft4 ftWheelbase 2,635 mmWheelbase 8 ft 8 inLength 4,410 mmLength 14 ft 6 in1,497 mm4 ft 11 inWheelbase 2,400 mmWheelbase 7 ft 10 inLength 4,200 mmLength 13 ft 9 in1,380 mm4 ft 6 in
VestaRapid Typ 743 / 747
Length 4,410 mm173.6 in 4,200 mm165.4 in −210 mm −8.3 in −4.8%
Width 1,764 mm69.4 in 1,610 mm63.4 in −154 mm −6.1 in −8.7%
Height 1,497 mm58.9 in 1,380 mm54.3 in −117 mm −4.6 in −7.8%
Wheelbase 2,635 mm103.7 in 2,400 mm94.5 in −235 mm −9.3 in −8.9%
Fits a standard garage? YesYes

Difference vs Vesta (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.

Size comparison to scale: Front and top views, inches →

Full specifications

Lada VestaSkoda Rapid
General
Version 1.6 · 78 kW (106 PS) Rapid Typ 743 / 747 · 130 · 43 kW (58 PS)
Production years 2015–present 1984–1990
Body Sedan Coupe
Country No data Czech Republic
Performance
Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. 78 kW (106 PS) 105 hp Better 43 kW (58 PS) 58 hp
Power, all versions 78–107 kW (106–145 PS) 105–143 hp 23–92 kW (31–125 PS) 31–123 hp
Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. No data 98 Nm 72 lb-ft
Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. No data 153 km/h 95 mph
Power per tonne 66 kW/t 80 hp/ton calculated No data
Engine and transmission
Fuel Petrol Petrol
Engine 1,600 cc 1.6 l 1,289 cc · 4 cyl 1.3 l
Gearbox 5-speed automated manual 5-speed manual
Drive No data Rear-wheel drive
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,410 mm 173.6 in 4,200 mm 165.4 in
Width 1,764 mm 69.4 in 1,610 mm 63.4 in
Height 1,497 mm 58.9 in 1,380 mm 54.3 in
Wheelbase 2,635 mm 103.7 in 2,400 mm 94.5 in
Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. 1,190 kg 2,624 lb No data
Boot Why it matters: A bigger boot fits more luggage, shopping or a pram. 480 l 17.0 cu ft No data

Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).