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Lada 2109 9-20 1.5 i (78 Hp)
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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)
9-20 Overview:
Lada 2109 (9-20). With 115 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.1 l/100km). Weighing only 970 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 160 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lada 2109 generation predates modern safety standards and was not tested by Euro NCAP. Its passive safety features are considered minimal by contemporary standards, offering limited occupant protection.
1.5 i (78 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.5 i engine provides adequate, albeit modest, performance for daily driving. Acceleration is leisurely, suitable for city and relaxed highway cruising rather than spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
With an urban consumption of 8.1 l/100 km, the 1.5 i offers reasonable, but not class-leading, fuel economy for its era and power output. It's a practical choice for budget-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price
- • Simple and robust mechanics
- • Easy to maintain and repair
- • Spacious for its class
- • Good ground clearance
Cons:
- • Poor safety features
- • Lackluster performance
- • Basic interior comfort
- • High fuel consumption by modern standards
- • Dated design and technology
- • Prone to rust
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(9: 1990 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | 2109 |
| Generation: | 9-20 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 i (78 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 78 Hp @ 5400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 52 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 115 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1500 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| 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: | 8.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.4 kg/Hp, 80.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 970 |
| Max. weight: | 1395 |
| Max load: | 425 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 400 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4205 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 SR13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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