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Lada 2105 1 .2 (64 Hp)
Overall Rating
Lada 2105:
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 2105 (1). With 89 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). Weighing only 995 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 22 s). The top speed reaches 140 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 2105 predates modern safety standards and Euro NCAP testing. Its design reflects the automotive safety priorities of the early 1980s, which were significantly less stringent than today's.
.2 (64 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.2-liter engine offers very modest performance, suitable only for relaxed driving and urban environments. Acceleration is leisurely, making highway overtaking a significant challenge.
Fuel Economy
With an urban fuel consumption of 10 l/100 km, the carburetted 1.2-liter engine is not particularly fuel-efficient by modern standards, reflecting its older technology.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely simple and robust mechanicals
- • Easy and inexpensive to maintain and repair
- • Good ground clearance for varied road conditions
- • Spacious for its class, practical sedan body
- • Rear-wheel drive layout offers traditional driving feel
Cons:
- • Very poor acceleration and top speed
- • High fuel consumption for its engine size
- • Outdated safety features and crash protection
- • Lack of modern comfort and convenience features
- • Basic interior quality and design
- • Unrefined driving experience
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(2105: 1980 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | 2105 |
| Generation: | 1 |
| Modification (Engine): | .2 (64 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1981 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 64 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 53.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 89 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1198 |
| 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, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 66 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 22 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 22 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 140 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.5 kg/Hp, 64.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 11.2 kg/Nm, 89.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 20.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 995 |
| Max. weight: | 1395 |
| Max load: | 400 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 385 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 39 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4130 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1620 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1446 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2424 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
| Tires size | 175/70 SR13 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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