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Lada 2104 1 .6 (74 Hp)
Overall Rating
Lada 2104:
The Lada / VAZ-2105, 2104 and 2107, collectively marketed as Lada Riva for right-hand drive models , the Lada Nova in Germany, and by multiple other names and markets, are a series of compact sedans of the Zhiguli line-up , built by Russian car manufacturer AvtoVAZ. Introduced in 1979 in the Soviet Union, and progressively introduced to Western European and global markets from the early 1980s, under the Lada brand, they were sold as saloons , and station wagon versions....(Read more on Wikipedia)
1 Overview:
Lada 2104 (1). With 103 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1020 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17 s). The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lada 2104 generation 1 was never officially tested by Euro NCAP. Given its dated design and production era, its safety performance would be considered very poor by modern standards, lacking essential active and passive safety features.
.6 (74 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 1.6-liter engine provides very modest performance, with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 17 seconds. It's adequate for city driving but struggles on highways.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is below average for its power output, consuming 9.2 l/100 km combined. This reflects older carburettor technology and less efficient design.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely affordable to buy and maintain
- • Simple, robust mechanicals, easy to repair
- • Excellent cargo capacity for its class
- • Good ground clearance for rough roads
- • Reliable in harsh conditions
Cons:
- • Very poor safety features and crash performance
- • Outdated design and technology
- • Low performance and slow acceleration
- • High fuel consumption for its power output
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Prone to rust
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(5: 1999 - 2000).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | 2104 |
| Generation: | 1 |
| Modification (Engine): | .6 (74 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2000 |
| End of production: | 2003 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 74 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 47.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 103 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1569 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.9 kg/Nm, 101 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1020 |
| Max. weight: | 1475 |
| Max load: | 455 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1340 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 375 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4115 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1620 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1443 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2424 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Front track: | 1365 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1321 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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