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Lada 2106 5 1.6 (75 Hp)
Overall Rating
Lada 2106:
The VAZ-2106 Zhiguli is a sedan produced by the Soviet automaker VAZ, and later, after the breakup of the Soviet Union, also by Russian Izhevsk Avto and Ukrainian Anto-Rus . In export markets, it was known simply as Lada 1600 or alternatively as Lada 2106. In the domestic market it was popularly nicknamed Шестёрка. A hugely popular car and one of the most successful Lada models, it was in serial production for 30 years , although production in the VAZ plant ended after 25 years, in 2001, with manufacture continuing at Izhevsk for the final five years....(Read more on Wikipedia)
5 Overview:
Lada 2106 (5). With 116 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1050 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16 s). The top speed reaches 155 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 2106 generation 5 was produced before modern safety standards and Euro NCAP testing became prevalent. It lacks contemporary safety features like airbags, ABS, or advanced structural rigidity, offering only basic passive safety typical of its era.
1.6 (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.6-liter carburettor engine delivers modest performance, suitable for basic commuting but struggles with acceleration and highway speeds. Its 75 Hp and 16-second 0-100 km/h time are indicative of its utilitarian design.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 10.1 l/100 km combined is relatively high for a 75 Hp engine, reflecting older carburettor technology and less efficient design compared to modern powertrains.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Simple, robust mechanicals, easy to repair
- • Affordable purchase price and maintenance
- • Classic, utilitarian design appeal for enthusiasts
- • Rear-wheel drive layout offers traditional driving feel
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features and technology
- • High fuel consumption for its power output
- • Very modest performance and acceleration
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Prone to rust in certain climates
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(2106: 1976 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lada |
| Model: | 2106 |
| Generation: | 5 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 47.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 116 Nm @ 3000 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 |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 155 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14 kg/Hp, 71.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 15.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1050 |
| Max. weight: | 1445 |
| Max load: | 395 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 325 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 39 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4116 mm mm [50mm less] |
| Width: | 1611 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1440 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 | 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 |
| Tires size | 175/70 SR13 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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