Technical characteristics of the VAZ-21213, 21214 car

History of creation

The first production model of the Niva car, the dimensions of which belong to the category of SUVs, was released in 1977 under the symbol VAZ-2121.
The car is made in a station wagon body and has three doors. The main difference from its counterparts is the presence of all-wheel drive. Some details are borrowed from the “six”. Considering the modest technical parameters, it is worth noting the high cross-country ability of this vehicle. The modification became so popular among the people that all subsequent variations were produced without significant changes in the body. Conveyor production of the VAZ-2121 continued until 1994. Designers constantly improved the engine, transmission and other main components. This model was replaced by an updated version of the SUV under the brands 2123 and 2124. Since 2006, all modifications have been produced under the universal index “4 x 4”.

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VAZ-2121 "Niva"

An all-terrain passenger car with permanent all-wheel drive and a monocoque three-door station wagon body, developed by the Volzhsky Automobile Plant, with the factory designation VAZ-2121 received the name “Niva”.
The first production SUV left the production line on April 5, 1977. In addition to Russia, the car is also produced in the city of Lutsk (LuAZ, Ukraine) and in Ust-Kamenogorsk (Asia Auto, Kazakhstan). The history of the car began in 1970, more precisely in the summer of this year. Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the USSR Alexei Kosygin set the task of creating a comfortable cross-country passenger car. In addition to VAZ specialists, specialists from AZLK and Izhmash received the same task. Specialists of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant transferred many components and assemblies of already mastered Zhiguli cars to the promising model with design elements and details of the VAZ-2106 car, the result was a completely passenger car that does not look like an SUV. The interior was also almost identical to the sixth model Lada.

The first running models appeared in 1972, and in 1974 15 pre-production samples were already created and submitted for state testing. The cars went through a full cycle of tests, and on July 31, 1975, an order was signed to put the car on the assembly line.

And so on April 5, 1977, the first production SUV VAZ-2121 came off the VAZ assembly line. The production plan quickly grew from 25,000 to 70,000 cars per year, and later about 80% of the cars produced began to be exported.

The VAZ-2121 received a monocoque three-door station wagon body designed for 4 people including the driver, permanent all-wheel drive and a 4-speed manual gearbox. The transfer case is two-stage. This compact SUV had practically no analogues in the whole world. In 1988, the VAZ-2121 received a gold medal at the 53rd International Fair in Poznan. No other domestic passenger car has had such success on the international stage; applications for it came from all over the world.

To meet the demand for the VAZ-2121 abroad, two special export versions of the VAZ-21211 and VAZ-21212 were developed. The first modification was intended for countries with expensive fuel and high taxes on engine volume, so it was equipped with a 1.3-liter engine. The second modification of the VAZ-21212 was intended for countries with left-hand traffic, so its steering wheel was located on the right side; this modification was in very good demand in England. During the entire production period, the Niva SUV was exported to more than 100 countries, and the number of exported copies exceeded 500 thousand.

Modifications of the VAZ 2121 Niva — SovietCars.net

During the production process, the Niva was modernized, and various cars were manufactured on its basis.

The Niva has been produced since April 5, 1977 to the present time under the name Lada 4x4.

VAZ-E2122 amphibian

Even before the start of serial production in 1976, a prototype VAZ-E2122 amphibian was built on the basis of the Niva.

VAZ 2121 Niva

The base model was equipped with a 1.6 liter, 80 hp engine. With.

VAZ-21211

1978 - 1987

It was equipped with a modified VAZ-21011 1.3 l, 69 l engine. With.

The car was manufactured for export to countries with high taxes. First of all, these are the countries of Benelux and Southern Europe. The low-power engine had poor dynamics and torque, so the VAZ 21211 did not gain much popularity and widespread use.

VAZ-21212

Modification for export, with right-hand drive. Designed for countries with left-hand traffic, supplied to New Zealand, Australia, Japan. In the UK the car was sold under the Cossack brand.

It is also known that in addition to assembled cars, some countries were supplied with vehicle kits for on-site assembly. This is confirmed in order No. 19 of January 28, 1981 by the General Director of the AvtoVAZ association A.A. Zhitkov “On preparation of production and supply of disassembled VAZ-21212 cars.”

VAZ - 21213 "Taiga"

In 1989, work began on modernizing the field.

Since 1991, the plant began producing the transitional model VAZ-21219, which was equipped with an engine and chassis from the VAZ-21213, and the body and interior corresponded to the 2121 model.

Production of 21213 began only in January 1994.

Distinctive features of the new model:

• New engine;
• Other rear optics;
• New rear door;
• The interior has changed;

The 21213 was equipped with a 1.7 liter engine, 81.8 hp, torque 125 N•m. Solex carburetor and contactless ignition system.

It was assumed that the front part of the body of the new model would also change, in particular, the dimensions and turn signals should have been located on the sides, next to the headlights, but for certain reasons the alteration did not take place.

The name “Taiga” assigned to the car did not take root within the country; it was later used as a designation in some markets abroad.

VAZ – 21214 (Lada 4×4)

Modification of model 21213. Produced since 2000 for export and since 2002 for the domestic market.

A distinctive feature is the engine with central fuel injection.

Modification of the VAZ-21214-20 with an electronic engine control system, the system was manufactured in Russia.

Modification 212146 – for countries with left-hand traffic, right-hand drive.

VAZ – 21215

Cars with diesel engine. For the first time, the task of developing a diesel Niva was set by the USSR Minister of Automotive Industry V.N. Polyakov in 1979.

VAZ 21216

The modification corresponds to model 21213, but with right-hand drive.

VAZ 21217

The modification corresponds to 21213, and the engine of modification 21211 is low-power - 21011. Manufactured for export.

VAZ-21219

Transitional model with body 2121, and engine and interior from 21213.

VAZ-2121B

1992-1993 Limited edition.

Armored modification. Developed by the scientific and technical center of the AvtoVAZ concern together with the commercial bank for social development Lada-Bank.

Designed for transportation of valuable goods, a collection vehicle.

The result of the firing test confirmed that the interior was protected from the impact of a steel bullet from a 7.62 mm Kalashnikov assault rifle, and the bottom from grenade fragments.

For the first time, foamed polymers were tested for anti-fragmentation armor.

The engine compartment is equipped with a fire extinguishing system.

This car became the beginning of the BRONTO Force family of armored vehicles.

VAZ-2121F

The commercial version with a van-type body was manufactured on the basis of the VAZ-2121 and 21213 models.

The modification differed in that the rear side windows were replaced with metal panels, and the rear seat was missing. There is a metal panel and tubular protection behind the front seats to prevent cargo from shifting while driving.

It is known that the 2121F was manufactured in small batches at the AvtoVAZ production plant and was supplied only for export to non-CIS countries, where local legislation provided for tax incentives for such commercial vehicles.

In addition, some foreign dealers made their own vans. The applicability of the model name 2121F to them is questionable.

For example, the Czech company CS AUTO LADA produced vans called Niva Praktik.

Moreover, the company produced a modification of the Niva Praktik Special with a rear overhang increased by 365 mm and a reinforced plastic insert in the roof. Rear shock absorbers and springs are reinforced.

VAZ-212180 “Fora”

1996—2011

A version of model 21213 extended by 300 mm. It is distinguished by enlarged door openings and a raised rear part of the roof, which is made of durable plastic. Rear sofa type 2108, three-seater.

Produced.

As standard, it was equipped with a fire extinguishing system in the engine compartment, like in the Force armored vehicle.

The following options were installed:

• Power steering
• Air conditioner
• Plastic "kenguryatnik"

It is interesting that due to the fact that the Fora was equipped with wheels of increased diameter (the wheels were manufactured and the tires were Nokian HRC), the spare wheel did not fit in the standard place under the hood, so it was installed on a special mount on the rear door.

VAZ-212182 “Force”

Armored car based on 21218.

Standard equipped with:

• Automatic fire extinguishing system under the hood;
• Explosion and fireproof gas tank;
• Additional battery;
• Remote lock of the right door with a button for the driver;
• Air conditioning;
• Reinforced suspension because Due to the armor, the car became 430 kg heavier. Springs with increased coil thickness and reinforced shock absorbers were installed.

As additional equipment, the vehicle could be equipped with an armored bottom, beacons, etc.

VAZ-212183 "Landole"

1997—2009

Produced only to order based on model 21218.

A distinctive feature is an open body without doors and the rear part of the roof, the tailgate is hinged.

To strengthen the body, a pipe frame is provided.

The standard package includes:

• Front and rear seats of the VAZ-2108 with removable covers;
• Full set of seat belts;
• Heater;
• Mounted plastic covers on the body;
• Spare wheel mounting bracket on the rear side;

As options:

• Cast aluminum alloy wheels;
• Grille-bumper on the front bumper;
• Power steering;
• Electrically adjustable exterior mirrors.

Cars with 1.7 and 1.8 liter carburetor engines were produced.

VAZ-2129 “Cedar”

1992-1994

A version of the Niva extended by 500 mm, built on the basis of 21213. The body was lengthened due to the central insert, and another side window appeared.

Initially it was conceived as a carrier of units for the promising minivan VAZ-2120, but was produced in small quantities. Subsequently, the model served as the basis for the creation of the five-door Niva 2131.

VAZ 2129 “Utiliter”

The commercial modification of the "Cedar" featured barred rear side windows and no rear seat.

The car was manufactured to order at OPP AvtoVAZ.

VAZ-2130 “Cedar”

1993-1994

modification of the VAZ-2129 with a modified interior layout. The three-seater rear seat of type 2108 is moved forward. According to unverified information, the model index was subsequently changed to 2129-01. Served as the basis for the creation of the five-door model 2131.

VAZ-2131 (Lada 4×4 5-door)

1995 - to present time.

Five-door version of the Niva, extended by 500 mm. Created on the basis of 2129 and units 21213, 21214.

It was popularly nicknamed “crocodile”, “sausage”, etc. because of his awkward appearance.

VAZ-2131 SP

Ambulance. The base increased by 300 mm due to the rear overhang and the high roof made it possible to transport a patient on a stretcher and two doctors with equipment.

Subsequently, modifications with the designations 2131-05 and 2131-45 were produced with minor changes.

2131 SP 2131-45

VAZ-2131-02

Like the 2131 model, it was distinguished by a high roof and an increased rear overhang, but it was a civilian vehicle, not an ambulance. There were 2 additional seats in the trunk, thus providing 7 seats.

Subsequently, modifications with the designations 2131-22 and 2131-42 were produced with minor changes.

VAZ-2121 sugar-1

The first extended version, created in 1991 as a prototype by enthusiastic designers at the VAZ plant.

A total of 6 cars were produced. Some of the cars were registered as homemade by private individuals, the rest were bought by Lada Bank, and were registered under their own name “Sahara” and were used for official purposes.

Subsequently, using developments on this machine, other extended versions were created, such as 2129 “Kedr” and 21218 “Bronto”.

VAZ-2328

An experimental pickup truck with a double cab built on the basis of model 2131. It is known that cars were assembled with short and long overhangs.

It was supposed to launch production in parallel with model 2329, but it was possible to produce only an installation batch because there wasn't much demand.

You can find mentions that the name of the model is “Wolf”, but the model did not receive an official name, just at one of the exhibitions a wolf was depicted on only one car.

VAZ-2329, Niva Pickup, LADA 4×4 Pickup

A pickup truck with a five-seater cab built on the basis of model 2131. The rear overhang has been increased by 300 mm. The rear seat folds down to create a flat cargo area.

Load capacity was 650 kg.

There are two configurations:

VAZ-2329-01 basic

VAZ-2329-04 basic, equipped with an awning for the cargo area.

As options:

• plastic superstructure for the cargo area;
• additional front guards;
• safety linings on the sides;
• rear window protection;
• fog lights;
• air conditioner;
• and etc.

Also on order, instead of the 21213 engine, a 2130 engine with a volume of 1.8 liters and a power of 84 hp was installed. With.

You can find mentions that the name of the model is “Bear”. According to one version, the first cars had their own name, according to another version, model 2329 did not have its own name.

It was produced at OOP AvtoVAZ, and then production was transferred to a subsidiary.

BRONTO-1922 “March-1”

snow and swamp-going vehicle (“pneumatic”) on ultra-low pressure wheels on VAZ-21213 units. It has been produced in small batches by PSA BRONTO OJSC since 1997.

FVK-2302 "Bison"

A pickup truck with a frame chassis, a double cab and a wooden platform, created on the basis of Niva units.

It was produced in small batches by Togliatti in 1993-1995. The Bison's reinforced rear suspension was leaf spring.

The pickup truck was not in demand and did not receive mass distribution.

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"Niva": dimensions

The dimensions of the car make it possible to rank it among the group of compact SUVs with a monocoque body. The length of the basic modification is 3740 millimeters. The height and width of the vehicle are 1680 and 1640 mm, respectively. Ground clearance of twenty-two centimeters ensures high cross-country ability of the car.

Separately, it is worth noting the VAZ-2131 model. It is made in a body with five doors, which increases the length by five hundred millimeters. The remaining overall dimensions remained unchanged.

Power unit

The Niva, whose dimensions are quite modest, in the first generation was equipped with an engine from the VAZ-2106. The following modifications had upgraded power plants. The engine in the 2123 series is equipped with a new ignition and power system, which has a positive effect on fuel consumption. At the same time, the power plant itself received an increased volume of combustion compartments.

The engine capacity of the latest generations is 1.7 liters, it has a carburetor power system and a contactless ignition unit. The power that the engine can develop reaches 82 horsepower. On variation 2124, the engine remained the same, but received centralized fuel injection. The latest Niva power units have a volume of 1.8 liters and a power of 84 horsepower.

Specifications

The Niva engine has high technical characteristics, and the car itself has increased cross-country ability, since there is a 4x4 option. Over the history of production, the VAZ 2121 has had different engine versions installed, from a carburetor version to an injector and even a diesel version.

So, let's look at the main characteristics of modifications to the Niva power unit:

VAZ 2121

VAZ 21213

VAZ 21214

VAZ 2131

Engine XUD9SD manufactured by Peugeot

The power units of the VAZ 2121 were equipped with 4-speed manual and 5-speed manual transmissions.

VAZ-21213 technical characteristics

Transmission unit

The Niva car, the dimensions (dimensions) of the body of which are almost the same in all modifications, in the first generation was equipped with a manual transmission with a two-stage transfer case, as well as the ability to block the center differential.

After the release of model 2123, the car is equipped with a five-speed gearbox. A similar transmission unit is installed on the extended version and on the VAZ-2124. All cars of this class have a drive on both axles.

Main traction indicators of an SUV:

The extended model 2131 with a 1.8-liter engine can accelerate to 140 km/h and accelerate to hundreds of kilometers in twenty seconds.

Driving capabilities

The Niva car, the interior dimensions of which can accommodate up to five people, is not a high-speed vehicle. Its characteristics are designed to overcome off-road conditions. This ability is provided by increased ground clearance, independent front suspension with wishbones, and a stabilizer bar. The rear suspension element is of a dependent type with a longitudinal and transverse linkage device.

With the advent of the VAZ-21213 model, developers began to pay more attention to car safety requirements. It began to be equipped with a diagonal brake circuit with an installed automatic locking system. The steering wheel has a hydraulic booster. It is worth noting that the Niva car (the dimensions of the new model have not changed) continues to be produced. At the same time, all the main components and parts are improved.

More information about the Niva with an extended wheelbase

VAZ-2131 has an enlarged wheelbase (4.24 meters). In addition, under the hood there is a more powerful engine (1.8 liters) than its predecessors. The piston stroke is 85 millimeters with a maximum torque of 3,200 rotations per minute. The tank volume (65 l), as well as fuel consumption and speed indicators, are almost the same as those of other modifications.

The Niva, whose dimensions have been increased, is a five-seater station wagon with a stable wheelbase. The machine is designed to overcome various uneven roads without harming the vehicle. The luggage compartment volume is 420 liters, and with the rear seats removed its capacity reaches 780 liters. The carrying capacity of the VAZ-2131 is half a ton, with the vehicle itself weighing 1.35 tons.

VAZ-21213 (Niva). Technical specifications

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VAZ-21213 and its modifications are all-terrain passenger cars. All wheels are constantly driven (non-disconnectable all-wheel drive), there is a center differential locking mode. The body is load-bearing, all-metal, welded. Engine – four-cylinder, in-line, petrol, four-stroke; location – anterior, longitudinal. The VAZ-21213 is equipped with a carburetor engine mod. 21213 with a displacement of 1.7 liters, on the VAZ-21214 - engine 21214 of the same volume with distributed fuel injection. (Previously, VAZ-21214 cars were equipped with a 21214 engine with central fuel injection and a microprocessor ignition system). VAZ-21215 (supplied for export) is equipped with a diesel engine XUD-9SD with a displacement of 1.9 liters from the Peugeot-Citroen concern.

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VAZ-21214 vehicles are equipped with a toxicity reduction system with a three-component neutralizer. To avoid failure of the converter and oxygen sensor, it is prohibited to operate these vehicles on leaded gasoline.

Engine

Transmission

Suspension, chassis

Steering

Brake system

Electrical equipment

*Measured using a special method. ** There are various modifications. Distinctive technical parameters of long wheelbase cars Niva VAZ-2129, 2129-01, 2130, 2131, 21312, 2131-01, 21312-01

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Judging by consumer reviews of the Niva, it is a reliable domestic SUV, perfectly suited for driving on difficult roads. Compactness, high maneuverability, stability are the main advantages of this vehicle. The popularity of the car among the people is due to its affordable price and the absence of problems with spare parts.

The interior equipment and power unit leave much to be desired. However, they cope with their main tasks well. At the same time, designers are constantly refining and modernizing the main components.

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Niva (car)

Niva

(also known as
VAZ-2121
and
LADA 4×4
) is a Soviet and Russian all-terrain vehicle - a small-class all-terrain vehicle with a monocoque body and permanent all-wheel drive.

Serially produced from April 5, 1977 to the present (until 2006 - sold under the VAZ-2121 "Niva"

, currently sold under the
LADA 4×4
[1] ).

Niva 21214: technical specifications

BODY

• Body type station wagon
• Number of seats 4
• Number of doors 3

ENGINE

• Engine type four-cylinder, in-line, four-stroke
• Engine capacity, cubic meters cm 1690
• Power, hp/rpm 80/5200
• Torque, Nm/rpm 127.5/5200
• Ignition system ECM - electronic engine management system
• Valves per cylinder: 2
• Valve and camshaft arrangement overhead valve with overhead camshaft
• Engine location front, longitudinal
• Power supply system: distributed fuel injection

DRIVE UNIT

• Drive type: permanent all-wheel drive
• (there is a center differential lock)
• checkpoint
• Mechanical 5
• (plus reduction gear)

SUSPENSION

• Front independent double wishbone
• Rear dependent

BRAKES

• Front disc
• Rear drums

SPEED

• Maximum speed, km/h 142
• Acceleration to 100 km/h, from 17

FUEL

• Fuel type gasoline AI-95
• Consumption, l per 100 km
• (with mixed cycle) 10.8

DIMENSIONS

• Length, mm 3740
• Width, mm 1680
• Height, mm 1640
• Wheelbase, mm 2200
• Front wheel track, mm 1430
• Rear wheel track, mm 1400
• Ground clearance, mm
• (for tires 6.95-16 with a static radius of 322 mm.) 220
• Curb weight, kg 1210
• Permitted maximum weight (RMM), kg 1610
• Trunk volume, l in standard rear seat position 285
• with rear seat fully folded 585
• Fuel tank volume, l 42

Engine

The power unit was left virtually unchanged - it is still the same 1.7-liter engine with distributed fuel injection, meeting the Euro-4 toxicity standard. The changes include the installation of more modern and reliable sealing materials with a silicone bead, a new type of water pump oil seal, as well as a new fuel supply system with quick-release connections. All engine characteristics also remain the same.

Transmission

The transmission has been modernized much more seriously. First of all, a new clutch from Valeo was installed - the same one that is installed on the NIVA-Chevrolet. As a result of this, the resource of this unit almost doubled, and the Niva 21214m car itself became less susceptible to vibration due to a reinforced damper spring and an enlarged disk.

A more efficient crankcase ventilation system was installed on the transfer case, the cardboard seals were replaced with silicone ones, and they began to be equipped with new seals.

Due to the fact that more stringent requirements are now applied to the production of cardan shafts, which primarily relate to balancing accuracy, their service life has increased, and noise and vibration have decreased by approximately 80%.

Suspension and chassis

The most significant changes affected the suspension - it was optimized and almost completely unified with the well-proven NIVA-Chevrolet suspension:

• New front suspension steering knuckles;
• The front suspension has lower control arms with modern silent blocks;
• Front wheel alignment angles have been changed;
• Front axle of increased diameter;
• Reinforced brackets;
• New ball joints with an increased swing angle, forged body and liner made of polymer materials;
• Modern gas-oil shock absorbers with increased travel and service life;
• Optimized layout of the lower rods and arms in the rear suspension.

Brake and steering systems

For driver convenience and load reduction, the designers installed a more efficient vacuum brake booster with a more efficient brake cylinder from Lada Kalina, and new TIIR240 brake pads. Power steering is now included as standard.

Interior and exterior

Niva-21214 received a new dashboard from the Samara family, improved sidelights, improved rear-view mirrors with anti-glare coating, daytime running lights integrated into the low beam system, higher quality upholstery, as well as ISOFEX mounts for child seats.

Concept and history of creation

In 1969-1970, VAZ chief designer V.S. Solovyov came up with the initiative to develop an all-terrain vehicle for residents of rural areas. His proposal was the result of the development of the so-called “type” of the USSR Ministry of Automotive Industry for 1971-1980, at that time delegated to IMZ (Izhmash). Prototypes of the AZLK-415 and −416 and Izh-14 had already been created, but these vehicles were not ready for mass production.

In the summer of 1970, Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the USSR Alexei Kosygin set the teams at VAZ, AZLK and Izhmash the task of creating an all-terrain passenger car with the comfort of mass-produced passenger models. In particular, according to the recollections of the participants in the meeting at the OGK (department of the chief designer) at VAZ, after showing him a metal-plaster model of “car No. 2” (a luxury version of the Zhiguli, later VAZ-2103), he said the following:

History of the creation of the VAZ 2121

The USSR first thought about creating a light SUV back in 1970. At first, specialists from the Izhevsk Automobile Plant dealt with this task, then the project was transferred to VAZ with the goal of making an SUV based on components and assemblies of the Zhiguli.

After creating a number of experimental prototypes, an SUV design was developed, similar in appearance to a passenger car. The project was headed by leading designer Pyotr Mikhailovich Prusov. He, according to him, came up with the idea of ​​the name for the SUV; once in an interview he admitted that the word “Niva” is an acronym derived from the names of Prusov’s children: Natalya and Irina and the children of the plant’s chief designer V.S. Solovyov: Vadim and Andrey .

VAZ 2121

The experimental prototypes were subjected to serious sea trials, which included driving through the Urals in conditions “close to combat”, during which UAZ-469 and Land Rover vehicles were used to compare off-road qualities.

In 1975, the order to begin production of a modified version of the all-wheel drive VAZ 2121 was signed, and on April 5, 1977, the first production copy rolled off the assembly line.

Subsequently, the car enjoyed enormous popularity, including outside the USSR, as evidenced by the more than impressive sales figures for the VAZ 2121 for export.

VAZ 2121

Initially, the plant produced 25 thousand cars per year, and later production was increased to 50 and, ultimately, to 70 thousand.

Description of design

VAZ-2121 (21213/21214) is a small-class all-terrain vehicle (SUV). The body is monocoque, three-door - hatchback type, five-door - station wagon. Transmission with permanent all-wheel drive, four-speed manual gearbox (starting from 21213 - five-speed), two-speed transfer case and locking center differential. The geometric parameters of cross-country ability are good due to the fairly high ground clearance (220 mm), small body overhangs (approach angle 32°, departure angle 37°) and a relatively short 2.2-meter wheelbase. The first VAZ-2121 model was equipped with a VAZ-2121 engine, created on the basis of the VAZ-2106 engine, an in-line four-cylinder carburetor with a volume of 1580 cm³. Power 80 l. With. at 5400 rpm, maximum torque 116 Nm at 3400 rpm. The restyled modification of the VAZ-21213 was equipped with a VAZ-21213 carburetor engine with a displacement increased to 1690 cm³ and a power of 81.9 liters. With. at 5100 rpm and maximum torque of 126.1 Nm at 3000 rpm.

One of the features of the Niva is the use in its design of large-scale units from the VAZ model range. Thus, from the VAZ-2106 model, a 1.6-liter engine with a timing chain drive, a gearbox and a rear axle gearbox were used (on the first Nivas, the axle gearboxes used main gears from the VAZ-2101 with a gear ratio of 4.3). Nevertheless, the Niva immediately demonstrated cross-country ability that was unique for its class.

VAZ-21214 engine modifications

Photo of the VAZ-2121 engine

Export

Most 4 × 4 cars produced in the 1970s were equipped with rigidly connected all-wheel drive (permanent all-wheel drive was used at that time only on Range Rover), a frame chassis, dependent suspension, simplified bodies with a spartan interior (except for the same Range Rover, Mercedes -Benz G-class and Jeep Cherokee) and a soft canvas top, as well as low-speed gasoline or diesel engines.

Since mid-1993, a modification of the VAZ-21215 with a Peugeot XUD9 diesel engine was produced for export in small quantities. The export potential of the gasoline Niva has remained in non-CIS countries to the present day. For 2021, LADA 4×4 is assembled from assembly kits supplied by AvtoVAZ in Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan. Previously, the Niva was assembled from large-unit kits in Greece, Egypt, Ukraine (LuAZ plant) and Ecuador, where almost two and a half thousand cars were assembled in 2001 alone.