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Lada 2109 3 1.5 (72 Hp)
Overall Rating
Lada 2109:
The VAZ-2108, known as the Lada Samara in much of Western Europe , is a series of small family cars produced by Soviet/Russian vehicle manufacturer AvtoVAZ under the Lada brand between 1984 and 2013.
The model name Samara originally was used only for exported models, in the Soviet Union the same model was called Sputnik until 1991, when the sedan version of the Samara entered in production, using the export name....(Read more on Wikipedia)
3 Overview:
Lada 2109 (3). It has moderate fuel consumption (~8 l/100km). Weighing only 945 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14 s). The top speed reaches 156 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lada 2109 generation predates modern Euro NCAP testing standards. Safety features were rudimentary, reflecting the design philosophies and market expectations of its era, with minimal passive or active safety systems.
1.5 (72 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers modest performance, suitable for basic commuting and urban driving, but lacks power for spirited acceleration or high-speed cruising.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is average for its carburetted engine and era, but considered inefficient by modern standards, especially in urban cycles.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Simple and robust mechanicals, easy to repair
- • Affordable purchase and maintenance costs
- • Practical hatchback design with decent cargo space
- • Good for basic, no-frills transportation
- • Front-wheel drive offered improved handling over older Lada models
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features and crash performance
- • Modest performance and acceleration
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities
- • High fuel consumption by modern standards
- • Prone to rust and build quality inconsistencies
- • Carburettor system can be temperamental
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(2109: 1987 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | 2109 |
| Generation: | 3 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (72 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1988 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 72 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 48 Hp/l |
| Engine displacement: | 1500 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 156 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.1 kg/Hp, 76.2 Hp/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 945 |
| Max. weight: | 1370 |
| Max load: | 425 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1000 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 270 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4006 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1650 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1402 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2460 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1400 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1370 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front 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 | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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