VAZ-2121 "Niva" is a four-seater off-road passenger car. Produced by the Volzhsky Automobile Plant.
The VAZ-2121 "Niva" car is a design development of JSC "AVTOVAZ". Produced since 1977. This is a vehicle for off-road driving, traveling to hard-to-reach places, hunting and fishing trips. The folding rear seat allows you to place and carry a variety of goods. The tailgate floor-level connector provides convenient loading and unloading.
"Niva" is a cross-country vehicle with a permanent non-disconnectable drive of all wheels with a center differential lock and a transfer case with a lowering row. The car had a very progressive design, combining excellent off-road qualities with the comfort of a passenger car, and had practically no analogues at that time. It has been successfully exported to many countries. The car became one of the first representatives of the now so popular "parquet" SUVs.
Body - all-metal, load-bearing, three-door, equipped with seat belts. Front seats - with head restraints, adjustable in length and backrest tilt, recline forward. The rear seat folds down to increase the luggage compartment. On request, the car is equipped with an electrically heated rear window, a cleaner and a rear window washer.
Another feature of this unique machine was the use of passenger car assemblies. So, its engine was created on the basis of 2106, the gearbox and rear axle are also borrowed from this car. Despite this, the "Niva" has a cross-country ability, unique for such a machine.
The car was equipped with a 4-speed gearbox with synchronizers in forward gears, or a 5-speed gearbox. The transfer case is a two-stage one with a center differential with forced locking. The cardan drive consists of an intermediate cardan shaft and cardan shafts for driving the front and rear axles.
The front suspension is independent, on transverse swinging arms, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers and an anti-roll bar. The rear suspension is dependent, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers, four longitudinal and one transverse rods.
Since the start of production, modifications have been produced with an in-line four-cylinder carbureted gasoline engine with a volume of 1.6 liters. The modification 21211, which appeared later with a 1.3 liter engine, was not successful.
As a result of the modernization of 1993, a new model "Taiga" was born, which was assigned the index "VAZ-21213". This is a four-seater off-road passenger car with permanent non-disconnectable all-wheel drive. It's hard to believe that there are 16 years between these modifications. During these years, the plant made almost no changes to the design of the 2121. And the changes made in the 21213 model are more cosmetic than technical.
Externally, the new car is distinguished by a modified rear part of the body. 21213 has a "long" third door to the bumper and new taillights. It has become much easier to load anything into the luggage compartment. The lock disappeared from the back door, which was constantly clogged with dirt. It can only be opened from the salon. True, the location of the handle that opens the trunk under the elbow of the rear left passenger is difficult to call successful: you have to act “by touch”. The bumpers are now painted light gray, which is more practical than the old unpainted aluminum.
The cabin has a new panel, new seats, new facings. The instrument panel is the same as that of the VAZ-21083 model.Only now the glare from it illuminates the windshield at night. The new seats are also made in the image and likeness of the "eight". They are more comfortable and more modern than the previous ones. But the mechanism, which folds the backrest for the passage of the rear passenger and moves the seat forward, is not reliable - after fifty operations it fails, due to distortions that have appeared, the back does not want to get into place. The rear plastic panels creak and squeak from light pressure. But now there is a pocket in the sidewall next to the left rear passenger.
The engine has been updated too. The working volume is increased to 1700 cm. A contactless ignition system and a Solex carburetor are used. An invisible but very significant improvement is the new shape of the combustion chamber. Modification of the engine along with changes in the transmission allowed to significantly reduce fuel consumption.
The transmission of the new car has a five-speed gearbox and main gears with a gear ratio of 3.9. Reinforced crosspieces are used. Their size changed and grease fittings appeared. In the transfer case drive - CV joint. Its purpose is to reduce vibration and transmission noise.
The brake system uses a vacuum booster and a master cylinder from the "eight". The effort on the pedals has decreased, but the wheel now lies “upside down” and nothing can be put into it. In addition, the procedure for adjusting the steering gear has become incredibly complicated - now you can only crawl up to it with a crooked screwdriver. The exhaust system contains new mufflers. Their bodies are not welded, but rolled, like those of the machines of the “eighth” family.
For the external market, a modification of the VAZ-21214 with central fuel injection was produced. In the "standard" version - VAZ-21214-00. This car is a design development of JSC "AVTOVAZ" with a permanent non-disconnectable drive of all wheels with a center differential lock and a transfer case with a lowering row.
The model range of JSC AVTOVAZ also included the temporarily produced transitional modification 21219 - a combination of the old body 2121 and the engine with transmission 21213. On request, the cars can be equipped with a 1.9-liter Peugeot diesel engine (VAZ-21215).
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The VAZ-2121 "Niva" off-road vehicle produced since 1977 after modernization in 1994 received the designation VAZ-21213, VAZ-21214 "Lada Niva 4X4". In 2009, another modernization was carried out in Togliatti, after which the car was renamed: VAZ-21214 "LADA 4X4". In the process of modernization, 250 new units and parts appeared in the car. Externally updated: the car features new front lights with side light and direction indicator sections and enlarged exterior mirrors. The cabin has a new instrument cluster and two warning lamps (differential locks and heated glass in the tailgate) on the instrument panel. Serious changes: touched upon the design of the main units.
The engine of the model 21214 with a working volume of 1.7 liters received a distributed phased fuel injection system, as well as a system for reducing the toxicity of exhaust gases with a catalytic converter and a fuel vapor recovery system that ensure compliance with Euro-3 environmental standards. The engine is designed to use gasoline with an octane rating of at least 95. The use of a Valeo clutch mechanism from a Chevrolet Niva car made it possible to reduce the effort on the clutch pedals. A clutch drive is also installed: from a Chevrolet Niva car.
When assembling the transfer case, cardboard gaskets are excluded, silicone sealant is used instead.In the ventilation system of the transfer case crankcase, the breather was replaced with an open tube, which eliminated the possibility of excessive pressure in the crankcase. The requirements for imbalance and geometric accuracy of manufacturing have increased: for cardan shafts, which made it possible to reduce noise and vibration and increase the life of cardan shafts.
The brake system has a new vacuum booster and an aluminum brake master cylinder, unified with similar components of the Lada Kalina car, as a result, it was possible to reduce the effort on the brake pedal. Power steering began to be installed on the car.
Of course I know about the vaunted "quality" of our car. Of course, most of all this applies to 01-08 cars, dozens and, of course, the generation of SUVs that have not changed at all. Sheviniva is just a restaling, a body change, and the whole hodovka from Niva is 4 × 4. I want to tell you a little about the operating experience of NIVA 21214
This is what happened - the front gearbox was covered. Somehow it is not clear what happened. Hum, vibration. And that's all. He is not here. There are only puddles of oil and hum. Thank God, he broke down not in competitions, but on public roads. The car drives, only the hum gets out. Well, then I decided to climb in, so climb into the car.
I would like to say a lot. I'll start with a small intro.
Old people, and those who have been here since November last year know that I had an accident. As a result, the car was broken and agonizing minutes of waiting dragged on. Yes, what are the minutes of waiting - only after almost 10 months I got it back.
I myself live in the suburbs, and in winter it was soaring through this mush of snow and a terrible frost on my own two feet. And I decided to take some car. One friend suggested, take at least a nine, well, what would you like to drive your ass.
Without hesitation, the choice fell on the Niva. It is on three doors. I went to see a lot of cornfields. Almost all were in a terrible state. Basically, this is a rotten body and of course the very attitude of the owners to the cars. Here I do not want to cry a lot. Then I accidentally came across a cherry Niva. When I climbed her, she was the only one whose body was in perfect "almost" condition. They shook my hands, and for 130,000 rubles it became mine.
From the first joy and excess of adrenaline, I did not notice a bunch of problems with other things: hodovka, transmission, engine. In short, EVERYTHING began to pour in. And of course I immediately sat down in the first snowdrift, which I wanted to overcome, I believe that all-wheel drive is all powerful - it turned out to be not so simple. I dug for almost 2 hours.
Immediately after registration, I drove the wheelbarrow to the RTC-Niva service. A vaunted office. He asked simply - to replace all fluids, check brakes, make diagnostics. Took the car in 6 days. The first diagnosis cost me 57 732 rubles (37 962 spare parts and 19 770 work). Of the most expensive is the replacement of the box with a new one. The first tuning was done - all shock absorbers were replaced with KYB. Subsequently replaced by DAAZ (I'll write a little below). Then there was. renovated again. Few numbers
There was still a lot of chalk repairs, which also cost a penny. Endless search for spare parts. I ordered some in Moscow, some in Togliatti and Samara.The car broke down and was replaced Almost all , except for gearboxes and handouts. And then the front is already under the replacement.
Most of the repairs were done in services. Unlike the Rainbow Demon, I do not have a garage, a large set of tools. Of course, I did something on the little things myself, especially those works where a lift or a pit was not required. For example, the brake system completely went through. Replaced cylinders, pads, discs. Or it’s not bad with an electrician either. Well, in short, I can tighten the nut.
Operating experience of NIVA led to attempts to improve the car, for comfortable movement on public roads, and of course off-road. Since a person is not poor, and of course not a millionaire, he could not face the dullness of some of the details and engineering flaws. He did not just repair, but immediately tune:
An endless bunch of all sorts of nishtyaks, such as: trauma-safe ceiling lining with a shade from Kalina, rugs, Intech anti-reflective mirrors with heating (already changed two times, although they are easy to fold, but still fight) and something else. I don’t remember.
Well, here everything is already clear, there are not many works left.
Installation of springs with a variable coil from the Volga (1,100 rubles) and adjustable shock absorbers Koni (6,000 rubles).
There are also dreams, all sorts of tricks. But for now, let it be a secret. Then I'll tell you more, if it's interesting.
In my opinion, buying a used car, especially our car industry, is a big risk. As you can see from my verbal diarrhea, in 9 months I spent more than 300,000 rubles at the cost of a car at the time of purchase of 125,000 rubles. How do you like it? I remember Rodik who fucked with Mitsuha.
But my Niva, I like the bitch. Last couple of pictures.
About the book : Management. 2005 edition. Book format : pdf file in zip archive Pages : 241 Language : Russian The size : 41.5 mb. Download : free, no restrictions and no passwords
This Manual is a manual for the maintenance and repair of the VAZ-21213 Niva and its modifications. It is intended for specialists in service stations, auto services and repair shops, as well as individual car owners.
The Guide provides recommendations on the operation of the VAZ-21213 Niva car, provides a detailed description of the operations for their maintenance and repair, and also presents the wiring diagrams of the cars. Lubricants and operating fluids are recommended. The following vehicles are described in the Manual:
VAZ-21213 - an off-road passenger car with an all-metal monocoque three-door body. 1.7 liter carburetor engine. VAZ-21214 - differs from the VAZ-21213 by the installation of a 1.7-liter engine with a central fuel injection system. VAZ-21214-20 - differs from the VAZ-21213 by the installation of a 1.7-liter engine with a distributed fuel injection system. VAZ-21215-10 - differs from the VAZ-21213 by the installation of a turbocharged diesel engine. VAZ-2129, 2130, 2131 - these cars are basically unified with the VAZ-21213 car and differ from it by an increase of 500 mm. base. An additional fuel tank is installed on VAZ-2129-01, 2130 cars, and the VAZ-2131, 2131-01, 21312, 21312-01 models have a five-door load-bearing body. In addition, an engine with a volume of 1.774 liters is installed on VAZ-21312, 21312-01 cars.
The main Sections of the Manual describe the components and assemblies of the VAZ-21213 car. Features of the device, maintenance and repair of other models are given in Section 9 "Modifications of VAZ-21213 vehicles, optional or additional equipment of vehicles".
The Manual provides a description of the maintenance and repair of cars on the basis of ready-made spare parts, there are lists of possible faults and recommendations for their elimination, as well as instructions for disassembling and assembling, adjusting and repairing car units.
When repairing, it is recommended to use special tools and fixtures listed in Appendix 2. Threaded connections during assembly should be tightened with the torques specified in Appendix 1. Basic data for adjustments and control are given in Appendix 3. The fuels and lubricants and operating fluids used are listed in Appendix 4.
In connection with the constant work to improve cars, aimed at increasing their reliability and improving performance, minor changes may be made to the design of cars that are not reflected in this publication. These changes will be reflected in subsequent editions.
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All right, softcover and newsprint, this is the norm today, but the electrical circuits are black and white and blurry. The author fumbles in the subject, the publishing house seems to be not. Not recommend!
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VAZ-2121 Niva "is a four-seater off-road passenger car. Produced by the Volzhsky Automobile Plant.
The VAZ-2121 "Niva" car is a design development of JSC "AVTOVAZ". Produced since 1977. This is a vehicle for off-road driving, traveling to hard-to-reach places, hunting and fishing trips. The folding rear seat allows you to place and carry a variety of goods. The tailgate floor-level connector provides convenient loading and unloading.
"Niva" is a cross-country vehicle with a permanent non-disconnectable drive of all wheels with a center differential lock and a transfer case with a lowering row. The car had a very progressive design, combining excellent off-road qualities with the comfort of a passenger car, and had practically no analogues at that time. It has been successfully exported to many countries. The car became one of the first representatives of the now so popular "parquet" SUVs.
Body - all-metal, load-bearing, three-door, equipped with seat belts. Front seats - with head restraints, adjustable in length and backrest tilt, recline forward. The rear seat folds down to increase the luggage compartment. On request, the car is equipped with an electrically heated rear window, a cleaner and a rear window washer.
Another feature of this unique machine was the use of passenger car assemblies. So, its engine was created on the basis of 2106, the gearbox and rear axle are also borrowed from this car. Despite this, the "Niva" has a cross-country ability, which is unique for such a machine.
The car was equipped with a 4-speed gearbox with synchronizers in forward gears, or a 5-speed gearbox. The transfer case is a two-stage one with a center differential with forced locking. The cardan drive consists of an intermediate cardan shaft and cardan shafts for driving the front and rear axles.
The front suspension is independent, on transverse swinging arms, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers and an anti-roll bar. The rear suspension is dependent, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers, four longitudinal and one transverse rods.
The cabin has a new panel, new seats, new facings.The instrument panel is the same as that of the VAZ-21083 model. Only now the glare from it illuminates the windshield at night. The new seats are also made in the image and likeness of the "eight". They are more comfortable and more modern than the previous ones. But the mechanism, which folds the backrest for the passage of the rear passenger and moves the seat forward, is not reliable - after fifty operations it fails, due to distortions that have appeared, the back does not want to get into place. The rear plastic panels creak and squeak from light pressure. But now there is a pocket in the sidewall next to the left rear passenger.
The engine has been updated too. The working volume is increased to 1700 cm. A contactless ignition system and a Solex carburetor are used. An invisible but very significant improvement is the new shape of the combustion chamber. Modification of the engine along with changes in the transmission allowed to significantly reduce fuel consumption.
The transmission of the new car has a five-speed gearbox and main gears with a gear ratio of 3.9. Reinforced crosspieces are used. Their size changed and grease fittings appeared. In the transfer case drive - CV joint. Its purpose is to reduce vibration and transmission noise.
The brake system uses a vacuum booster and a G-8 master cylinder. The effort on the pedals has decreased, but the wheel now lies "upside down" and nothing can be put into it. In addition, the procedure for adjusting the steering gear has become incredibly complicated - now you can only crawl up to it with a crooked screwdriver. The exhaust system has new mufflers. Their bodies are not welded, but rolled, like those of the machines of the "eighth" family.
About the book : Management. 2005 edition. Book format : pdf file in zip archive Pages : 241 Language : Russian The size : 41.5 mb. Download : free, no restrictions and no passwords
The main Sections of the Manual describe the components and assemblies of the VAZ-21213 car. Features of the device, maintenance and repair of other models are given in Section 9 "Modifications of VAZ-21213 vehicles, optional or additional equipment of vehicles".
The Manual provides a description of the maintenance and repair of cars on the basis of ready-made spare parts, there are lists of possible faults and recommendations for their elimination, as well as instructions for disassembling and assembling, adjusting and repairing car units.
When repairing, it is recommended to use special tools and fixtures listed in Appendix 2. Threaded connections during assembly should be tightened with the torques specified in Appendix 1. Basic data for adjustments and control are given in Appendix 3. The fuels and lubricants and operating fluids used are listed in Appendix 4.
In connection with the constant work to improve cars, aimed at increasing their reliability and improving performance, minor changes may be made to the design of cars that are not reflected in this publication. These changes will be reflected in subsequent editions.
We will share with you the intricacies of repair, care and maintenance of the Niva with our own hands. On the pages of the site my.housecope.com/wp-content/uploads/ext/2114 we will tell you how to make the already excellent characteristics of the Niva even better. The wonder car, which was born in 1977 and managed to conquer the world, has been reincarnated in recent years in the form of new models. About this and the latest news from the birthplace of Niva - the Volzhsky Automobile Plant - we, if possible, will tell you on the pages of this site. Good luck on and off the road, friends!
General technical characteristics for 3-door model
The VAZ-2121 "Niva" car is a design development of JSC "AVTOVAZ". Produced since 1977.This is a vehicle for off-road driving, traveling to hard-to-reach places, hunting and fishing trips. The folding rear seat allows you to place and carry a variety of goods. The tailgate floor-level connector provides convenient loading and unloading.
"Niva" is a cross-country vehicle with permanent non-disconnectable all-wheel drive (in SUVs before "Niva" only Range Rover had this) with a center differential lock and a transfer case with a lowering row. The car had a very progressive design, combining excellent off-road qualities with the comfort of a passenger car, and had practically no analogues at that time. It has been successfully exported to many countries. The car became one of the first representatives of the now so popular "parquet" SUVs.
Body - all-metal, load-bearing, three-door, equipped with seat belts. Front seats - with head restraints, adjustable in length and backrest tilt, recline forward. The rear folds down to increase the luggage compartment. On request, the car is equipped with an electrically heated rear window, a cleaner and a rear window washer.
Another feature of this unique machine was the use of passenger car assemblies. So, its engine was created on the basis of 2106, the gearbox and rear axle are also borrowed from this car. Despite this, the "Niva" has a cross-country ability, which is unique for such a machine.
The car was equipped with a 4-speed gearbox with synchronizers in forward gears, or a 5-speed gearbox. The transfer case is a two-stage one with a center differential with forced locking. The cardan drive consists of an intermediate cardan shaft (connects the gearbox to the transfer case) and the drive shafts of the front and rear axles.
The front suspension is independent, on transverse swinging arms, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers and an anti-roll bar. Rear - dependent, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers, four longitudinal and one transverse rods.
The cabin has a new panel, new seats, new facings. The instrument panel is now "a la" -21083. Only now the glare from it illuminates the windshield at night. The new seats are also made in the image and likeness of the "eighth". They are more comfortable and more modern than the previous ones. But the mechanism, which folds the backrest for the passage of the rear passenger and moves the seat forward, is not reliable - after fifty operations it fails, due to distortions that have appeared, the back does not want to get into place. The rear plastic panels creak and squeak from light pressure. But now there is a pocket next to the left rear passenger in the sidewall - you can store a rag or something else in it.
The engine has been updated too. The working volume has been increased to 1700 cm. A contactless ignition system and a Solex carburetor are used - again, a la “eight”. An invisible but very significant improvement is the new shape of the combustion chamber. Modification of the engine along with changes in the transmission allowed to significantly reduce fuel consumption.
The transmission of the new car has a five-speed gearbox and main gears with a gear ratio of 3.9. Reinforced crosspieces are used (unfortunately, this does not mean more durable). Their size changed and grease fittings appeared. In the transfer case drive - CV joint. Its purpose is to reduce vibration and transmission noise.
The brake system uses a vacuum booster and a G-8 master cylinder. The effort on the pedals has decreased, but the wheel now lies "upside down" and nothing can be put into it. In addition, the procedure for adjusting the steering gear has become incredibly complicated - now you can only crawl up to it with a crooked screwdriver. The exhaust system has new mufflers.Their bodies are not welded, but rolled, like those of the machines of the "eighth" family.
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In the polls of magazines and newspapers about the best car of the century, a considerable percentage of votes were given to the VAZ-21214 "Niva" car, as it is advanced and unique. Many experts are surprised how the creators of "Niva" managed to collect so many positive qualities in one design at the same time.
This car is considered an SUV that combines good comfort, easy handling and high speed performance. The main advantage of this car is its amazing cross-country ability. In this "Niva" can not only surpass, but even catch up with the world famous car brands!
The VAZ-21214 car first entered the road surface in 1977, and since then world leaders have been trying to somehow catch up with it in terms of performance.
VAZ-21214 "Niva" is produced in a 3-door or 5-door station wagon body. The manufacturer provides a guarantee of flawless work, for the period of which the operation of the car will bring only joy. Any repair of this vehicle within 2 years or until it reaches 35 thousand kilometers is undertaken by the plant.
The car is equipped with a four-cylinder eight-valve petrol four-stroke engine with a volume of 1,690 cm / cu. The power unit is capable of reaching 83 hp. With. at 5 thousand rpm. The engine is designed according to the Euro-4 type, has electronic distributed fuel injection with an octane rating of at least 95. The engine has a single-disk, dry-type clutch with a hydraulic drive. The fuel consumption of the VAZ-21214 per hundred kilometers is declared to be 11.1 liters in the city and 8.3 liters on the highway. Up to 100 km per hour "Niva" is capable of accelerating in 17 seconds.
The car is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission. The transfer case is installed with a lockable center differential. Permanent drive of full type.
Based on the feedback from the owners who repaired their Niva on their own, we have compiled for you a list of the most common malfunctions and breakdowns requiring repair in the VAZ-21214 car.
Engine. One of the problem areas of the Niva engine are hydraulic lifters. When repairing this breakdown, it is necessary to clamp them correctly. With an incorrect tightening, various extraneous sounds and knocking appear. After a run of 100 thousand kilometers, the chain can stretch, which is manifested in the thundering sound that it makes.
Transmission. Frequent transmission breakdowns requiring repair occur due to wear of parts, which subsequently leads to the breakdown of an entire unit. To determine the presence of a malfunction requiring repair of the gearbox, various noise appearing during the operation of its elements helps.
The crosses must be lubricated every 10 thousand kilometers. In cars produced in 2005-2009, a cardan defect was noticed - vibration begins during movement. In this case, it is impossible to carry out repairs on your own, without qualified craftsmen and a service station.
Chassis. During the operation of the VAZ-21214, there are cases when moisture gets into the bearings, due to which the lubricants lose their properties. It is recommended to re-lubricate after 20 thousand kilometers. Malfunctions requiring repair and replacement of bearings cannot be diagnosed by oneself.
It is worth noting that there were no problems with the axle shafts in Niva cars, but when they are removed, some difficulties appear, namely, the bearing cannot be removed. If you are repairing this part, it is recommended to warm up the bearing before removing.
Brake system. The brakes in the VAZ-21214 car can boast of their reliability, they actually do not need repairs. The service life of the brake cylinders is 100 thousand kilometers, and the brake master cylinder does not require replacement even after 500 thousand kilometers.
Electrical and electrical equipment. When the air temperature drops below zero, the heating system fan may start squeaking. When squeaking sounds appear, repairs should be carried out, namely, the fan engine should be replaced.
The fuel level in the tank of a VAZ-21214 car may not be displayed correctly. The reason for this must be sought in the failure of the thrust ring of the fuel pump gasket on the float, due to which the level of the remaining fuel is displayed incorrectly. To carry out repairs, you should disassemble the interior trim and get the fuel pump.
Body. There are jokes around the world that the body of the Niva rusted even before the purchase. Of course, this is not true, but the solution to this issue at the plant was not treated well enough. The body of the VAZ-21214 car really rusts very quickly, in particular, in places of close contact with moisture: the back door, sills, fenders, bumpers and so on.
To avoid the rapid appearance of rust holes on the body as much as possible, it is advised to treat the body with anti-corrosion agents annually. Considering what measures are used in Russia to combat icing on the roads, the bottom of the VAZ-21214 can rot in a year.
Also, ventilation and drainage channels require special attention - if they become clogged, liquid will accumulate in them.
If you are able to repair the VAZ-21214 with your own hands, then it is worth reinforcing the floor with an additional metal plate in those places where the distributor is attached - due to high vibration, these parts experience increased loads and may simply fall off.
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The VAZ-2121 "Niva" car is a design development of JSC "AVTOVAZ". Produced since 1977. This is a vehicle for off-road driving, traveling to hard-to-reach places, hunting and fishing trips. The folding rear seat allows you to place and carry a variety of goods. The tailgate floor-level connector provides convenient loading and unloading.
“Niva” is a cross-country vehicle with permanent non-disconnectable all-wheel drive (in SUVs before “Niva” only Range Rover had this) with a center differential lock and a transfer case with a lowering row. The car had a very progressive design, combining excellent off-road qualities with the comfort of a passenger car, and had practically no analogues at that time. It has been successfully exported to many countries. The car became one of the first representatives of the now so popular "parquet" SUVs.
Body - all-metal, load-bearing, three-door, equipped with seat belts. Front seats - with head restraints, adjustable in length and backrest tilt, recline forward. The rear folds down to increase the luggage compartment. On request, the car is equipped with an electrically heated rear window, a cleaner and a rear window washer.
Another feature of this unique machine was the use of passenger car assemblies. So, its engine was created on the basis of 2106, the gearbox and rear axle are also borrowed from this car. Despite this, the "Niva" has a cross-country ability, unique for such a machine.
The car was equipped with a 4-speed gearbox with synchronizers in forward gears, or a 5-speed gearbox. The transfer case is a two-stage one with a center differential with forced locking. The cardan drive consists of an intermediate cardan shaft (connects the gearbox to the transfer case) and the drive shafts of the front and rear axles.
The front suspension is independent, on transverse swinging arms, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers and an anti-roll bar. Rear - dependent, with coil springs, hydraulic shock absorbers, four longitudinal and one transverse rods.
Since the start of production, modifications have been produced with an inline four-cylinder carbureted gasoline engine with a volume of 1.6 liters (VAZ-21210). The modification 21211, which appeared later with a 1.3 engine, was not successful.
As a result of the modernization of 1993, a new model "Taiga" was born, which was assigned the index "VAZ-21213". This is a four-seater off-road passenger car with permanent non-disconnectable all-wheel drive. With its predecessor "Niva", these models are similar as twin sisters. It's hard to believe that there are 16 years between these modifications. During these years, the plant has made almost no changes to the design of 2121. And the changes made in 21213 are more likely to be cosmetic.
Externally, the new car is distinguished by a modified rear part of the body. The 21213th has a "long" third door to the bumper and new rear lights. It has become much easier to load anything into the luggage compartment. The lock disappeared from the back door, which was constantly clogged with dirt. It can only be opened from the salon. True, the location of the handle that opens the trunk under the elbow of the rear left passenger is difficult to call successful: you have to act “by touch”. And it will not be possible to fill the trunk with small items up to the shelf - the “long” door makes 213 a little “dump truck”. The bumpers are now painted light gray, which is more practical than the old unpainted aluminum.
The cabin has a new panel, new seats, new facings. The instrument panel is now "a la" -21083. Only now the glare from it illuminates the windshield at night. The new seats are also made in the image and likeness of the "eighth". They are more comfortable and more modern than the previous ones. But the mechanism, which folds the backrest for the passage of the rear passenger and moves the seat forward, is not reliable - after fifty operations it fails, due to distortions that have appeared, the back does not want to get into place. The rear plastic panels creak and squeak from light pressure. But now there is a pocket next to the left rear passenger in the sidewall - you can store a rag or something else in it.
The engine has been updated too. The working volume has been increased to 1700 cm. A contactless ignition system and a Solex carburetor are used - again a la “figure eight”. An invisible but very significant improvement is the new shape of the combustion chamber. Modification of the engine along with changes in the transmission allowed to significantly reduce fuel consumption.
The transmission of the new car has a five-speed gearbox and main gears with a gear ratio of 3.9. Reinforced crosspieces are used (unfortunately, this does not mean more durable). Their size changed and grease fittings appeared. In the transfer case drive - CV joint. Its purpose is to reduce vibration and transmission noise.
The brake system uses a vacuum booster and a master cylinder from the "eight". The effort on the pedals has decreased, but the wheel now lies “upside down” and nothing can be put into it. In addition, the procedure for adjusting the steering gear has become incredibly complicated - now you can only crawl up to it with a crooked screwdriver. The exhaust system contains new mufflers. Their bodies are not welded, but rolled, like those of the machines of the “eighth” family.
For the external market, a modification of the VAZ-21214 with central fuel injection was produced.In the "standard" version - VAZ-21214-00. This car is a design development of JSC "AVTOVAZ" with a permanent non-disconnectable drive of all wheels with a center differential lock and a transfer case with a reduction row ..
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The model range of JSC AVTOVAZ also included the temporarily produced transitional modification 21219 - a combination of the old body 2121 and the engine with transmission 21213. On request, the cars can be equipped with a 1.9L Peugeot diesel engine (VAZ-21215).
