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Lada 2109 9 1.5 (70 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)
9 Overview:
Lada 2109 (9). With 106 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.8 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 15 s). The top speed reaches 156 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 21099 was produced before modern Euro NCAP testing standards were widely applied. Its design reflects older safety philosophies, likely offering minimal passive safety features compared to contemporary Western vehicles.
1.5 (70 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A modest performer, the 1.5-liter carbureted engine provides adequate power for basic transportation but struggles with acceleration and highway cruising.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is relatively high for its power output, especially in urban conditions, due to the older carburettor technology and engine design.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly affordable purchase and maintenance costs
- • Simple, robust mechanicals, easy to repair
- • Spacious for its class, practical sedan body
- • Good ground clearance for rough roads
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features and crash performance
- • Basic interior quality and limited amenities
- • Modest performance and relatively high fuel consumption
- • Prone to rust in unprotected areas
- • Lack of modern driving aids
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(3: 1988 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | 2109 |
| Generation: | 9 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (70 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 70 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 46.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 106 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| 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: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 156 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.9 kg/Hp, 72.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.2 kg/Nm, 109.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 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 [199mm more] |
| 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 | 175/70 SR13 |
| Wheel rims size | 5J x 13 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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