VAZ-21011: specifications, photos, prices

In 1971, at the AvtoVAZ factories in Togliatti, the production of the VAZ 2101 Zhiguli car began. The model was manufactured under the license of the Italian automobile concern Fiat, the prototype was "Fiat 124". The new car made a furor throughout the Soviet Union, from Kaliningrad to Kamchatka. Compact compact car with full-width windows, a quick engine and impeccable maneuverability immediately won the love of Soviet motorists.

Original and modification

However, the potential for further improvements of the model was so obvious that the AvtoVAZ design bureau carried out a number of technical improvements. And in April 1974, a modification of the "penny" - model VAZ 21011 was presented to the general public.

There were no obvious constructive differences between the new machine, but all the small changes that were made, however, served as a radical upgrade and, in fact, created a new generation VAZ 2101 model, which received the name VAZ 21011. "Eleventh" differed from the base model External characteristics, engine characteristics and interior design. In addition, VAZ 21011, the body of which differed from the skirts of the "penny" slightly, looked updated due to the modernized grille.

External differences

The car received an engine with improved performance, a cylinder capacity of 1300 liters and a power of 69 hp. Exterior improvements touched first the front end, the radiator grille was replaced with a more modern one, in the facing panel over the front bumper four horizontal slots were made for better ventilation of the engine compartment. Typical "fangs" on the bumpers were abolished, along the entire length were laid plastic lining. The rear pillars of the body were equipped with technological holes for forced ventilation of the passenger compartment. Outside, the hoods are covered with decorative grilles.

Rear lights took a more modern form, between the signals "stop" and "turn" integrated reflectors. A reversing light was also installed. In the interior, changes were made to the instrument panel, the front seats that became more comfortable, and the armrests of the rear doors.

Pendants

The chassis of the VAZ 21011 did not need modernization. The VAZ 2101 model was operated on Russian roads during two winter seasons, with no serious shortcomings noted. Increased the ground clearance by 3 centimeters and on this improvement the running characteristics ended.

The front suspension of the linkage is independent. Levers stamped, attached to the transverse beam on the silent blocks. The connection of the levers to the trunnion is carried out by means of ball supports, upper and lower. Depreciation functions are provided by steel spiral springs combined with double-acting hydraulic shock absorbers. The suspension is equipped with a cross bar, leveling fluctuations.

Rear suspension of the pendulum design - dependent, with a beam of lateral stability. Amortization is made at the expense of the strengthened spiral springs working together with hydraulic shock-absorbers. There are no sway limiter in the vertical plane, the suspension is equipped with rubber buffers.

Soon the car VAZ 21011 had a new name - "LADA 1300", under this brand the car was exported. Simultaneously, another modification was created - "police". This VAZ 21016, which was installed on the engine of the 2103 series. Power of the power plant of the car for the guards of the order was 77 hp, and these parameters were documented in accordance with GOST.

"Weber" or "Ozone"

All motors of the VAZ family were equipped with the simplest single-chamber Weber carburettor from 1971 to 1978, economical and efficient enough. Since 1979, more advanced carburetors of the Ozon brand have already been installed on cars, which had an autonomous idling. Among Soviet motorists, the novelty did not take root because of the difficulties in regulating and unreliability of the design.

In 1980 on the car VAZ 21011 it was decided to install the newest ignition distributor, which went under the index 30.3706-01. Then the car received a two-liter tank of a washer of a windshield and the foot switch of a drive.

Honorary title

Throughout the production period, the VAZ 21011 was produced side by side with its base model VAZ 2101. Both cars were considered the most popular and popular throughout the USSR. In 2000, the journal Za Rulem conducted a global survey of the population of Russia and the CIS countries. In the category of small cars, the title "The best car of the century" went to the "kopeck", VAZ 2101 and its copies VAZ 21011. Recognition was expensive, because these models at the time of the survey have long been withdrawn from production. Photo VAZ 21011 was replicated in all print media, promoting the best samples of automotive equipment, as an example for imitation.

VAZ 21011: characteristics

Low-weight rear-wheel drive car "Lada":

• Make - VAZ 21011.
• The body is a sedan.
• Number of seats - 5.
• The maximum speed is 145 km / h.
• Acceleration time to 100 km / h - 18 seconds.
• The capacity of the fuel tank is 39 liters.
• The beginning of production is April 1974.
• Withdrawal from production - 1988.
• The length is 4043 mm.
• The height is 1440 mm.
• The width is 1611 mm.
• The front track is 1349 mm.
• The rear track is 1305 mm.
• The wheelbase is 2424 mm.
• The capacity of the trunk is 325 liters.
• The engine is petrol, carburetor, front and longitudinal.
• Drive - rear.
• Transmission is a manual transmission (4-speed).
• The front suspension is independent, lever.
• Rear suspension - pendular, with a beam of lateral stability.
• Front brakes are disc, non-ventilated.
• The rear brakes are drum, self-adjusting.
• Steering gear - worm, hypoid.
• The curb weight is 955 kg.
• The fuel consumption in the city is 9 liters per 100 km, on the highway 8 liters per 100 km.
• Tire size - R13 165/70

Tuning of VAZ 21011

"Eleventh" model - this is a wide field of activity for creativity of the owner. Tuning of the car VAZ 21011 is possible with the use of "native" VAZ units and accessories. The results can be impressive, but you need to be prepared for significant expenses. Nevertheless, you can try.

So, let's start with the engine. The tuned VAZ 21011 engine can be assembled on the basis of the cylinder block from model 21213. The piston diameter is 82.4 mm, the piston stroke is 80 mm. The displacement of the cylinders is 17.05 liters. These data already guarantee power over 100 hp. Crankshaft can be taken at number 213. The camshaft is better to use the regular. The generator is suitable from the "eight" - VAZ 2108. Carburetor Solex 41 - as the best option. The transmission perfectly matches the five-speed gearbox from the VAZ 2105.

The front suspension must be rebuilt. Spiral shorten by 1.5 turns. Shock absorbers put the brand Plaza Standart. The rear suspension remains standard, but the spiral 21213 of Phobos is shortened by 3.5 turns.

Brakes front, these are calipers from VAZ 2112, the discs are ventilated, the rear brakes remain as it is.

The main brake cylinder of the two-circuit system can be used from VAZ 2108. The standard handbrake, the pressure regulator is abolished.

On the wheels - forged wheels LeMan ZEPP. Tires R15 195/50 Yokogama Sport

In the salon we install the front seats from the model VAZ 2107, the instrument panel from the "six".

The cost of second-hand "eleventh" today

The last car VAZ 21011 came off the assembly line in 1988. Today you can buy only used and orderly shabby car. Model VAZ 21011, the price of which does not exceed 2 thousand dollars in good technical condition, can only buy a connoisseur of cars of that time. And in any case, the car will require additional costs. It is better then to buy a copy for $ 400 and make a major overhaul. And then make a memory photo VAZ 21011, which will be dear to you as a rarity from the distant past.