VAZ-2106 is a real classic of the Soviet automotive industry. The car was produced for a long time after the collapse of the Union, which is explained by its incredible reliability. In addition, it stands out from other cars domestic production amazing maintainability of literally every node, the availability of spare parts, unlimited possibilities for modernization.

An important advantage of the VAZ-2106 is the engine used in this car. This four-stroke unit, equipped until 2002 with a carburetor, and then - and injection system fuel ignition, can run on even the lowest quality gasoline, rarely fails in extreme cold, can be successfully operated in almost any conditions. Any of its problems are eliminated even without the participation of a specialist - any more or less experienced motorist can easily cope with current repairs.

Engine weight VAZ-2106

On a VAZ-2106 car, the weight of the engine without a gearbox is 121 kilograms. Therefore, this unit is strongly not recommended to try to remove or move alone - this is a direct path to serious injury. It is best to involve an assistant who can insure you during the process of dismantling or installing the motor.

With all the necessary equipment, including both the cylinder head and the ignition system, the engine will weigh even more - 140 kilograms.

Finally, together with the gearbox and the devices attached to it, this value will increase by another 26 kilograms.

As you can see, weight can be quite called a significant drawback of the car in front of imported counterparts. To reduce it, increase power, as well as to improve dynamic characteristics many drivers today install parts made of light metal alloys.

In 1984, a Bulgarian car company produced diesel version"sixes". Replacement gasoline engine on a motor running on diesel fuel, did not greatly affect the characteristics of the car. Firstly, the Bulgarians failed to increase the power power unit. Secondly, its weight has increased by about 10 kilograms, which can also be called a minus of the alteration.

Other characteristics of the VAZ-2106 engine

The weight of the motor is, although important, but far from its main characteristic. That is why we decided to talk about other features of the power unit installed on various modifications of the Six. For example, engine power on carburetor models was 77 Horse power. After switching to the injector, it dropped to 75 liters. With. However, this parameter can always be increased by carrying out a series of upgrades.

The cylinder diameter of the VAZ-2106 power unit is 79 millimeters, the torque can reach 3000 rpm, the working volume is 1568 cubic centimeters. Finally, the compression ratio of the motor is 8.5 atmospheres, and the piston stroke is 80 millimeters.

Weaknesses of the VAZ-2106 engine

The VAZ-2106 car engine is a modification of the power unit from the Troika. It is quite possible that this is why a number of weaknesses predecessors. Domestic craftsmen have learned to diagnose engine problems almost by sound. As an example, we give a few symptoms of breakdowns, and also tell you which engine elements could fail:

The release of the VAZ 2106 car was launched in 1976. This model replaced the VAZ 2103 and differed from it both externally and internally. So, the new model has new bumpers with plastic corners and fangs, and has become more powerful engine in 1600 cc. Then it was the most powerful a car Soviet production.

The VAZ 2106 car was produced in different modifications with different engine sizes of 1.3 and 1.5 liters. She possesses roomy interior With fabric upholstery, information panel, good performance running gear, and incredible endurance.

Specifications VAZ 2106 dimensions length 4166 mm, width 1611 mm, and height 1440 mm, ground clearance 17cm, size luggage compartment in 345 liters, the curb weight of the car is 1035 kg. Rear-wheel drive, with five gears.

For 30 years of production and operation of the car, vast experience has been accumulated in the field of repair and tuning of the car. engine power and maximum speed at 150 km / h - these are not even the most important positive characteristics of this machine. VAZ 2106 is a classic domestic auto industry with its own history and with a special attitude towards it of every inhabitant of our country.

The device VAZ 2106 showed that this machine can be operated in different conditions for many years, of course, provided that the driver knows how to carry out minor repairs on the VAZ 2106 with his own hands, knows the instructions for the VAZ 2106 and all the technical details. Well, the repair and operation of the VAZ 2106 at its cost is one of the lowest for domestic cars.

Specifications VAZ 2106

Engine	1.3l, 8-cl.	1.5l, 8-cl.	1.6l, 8-cl.	1.6l, 8-cl.
Length, mm	4166	4166	4166	4116
Width, mm	1611	1611	1611	1611
Height, mm	1444	1440	1440	1440
Wheel base, mm	2424	2424	2424	2424
Front track, mm	1365	1365	1365	1365
Rear track, mm	1321	1321	1321	1321
Clearance, mm	170	170	170	170
Trunk volume maximum, l	345	345	345	325
Body type / number of doors	Sedan/4
Engine location	front, lengthwise
Engine volume, cm 3	1300	1452	1596	1596
Cylinder type	inline
Number of cylinders	4	4	4	4
Piston stroke, mm	66	80	80	80
Cylinder diameter, mm	79	76	79	79
Compression ratio	8,5	8,5	8,5	8,5
Number of valves per cylinder	2	2	2	2
Supply system	Carburetor
Power, hp / rev. min.	64/5600	72/5600	75/5400	75/5400
Torque	92/3400	104/3400	116/3200	116/3000
Fuel type	AI-92	AI-92	AI-92	AI-92
Drive unit	Rear	Rear	Rear	Rear
Type of gearbox / number of gears	MT/4	MT/4	MT/4	MT/5
gear ratio main couple	4,1	4,1	4,1	4,11
Front suspension type	double wishbone
A type rear suspension	helical spring
steering type	Worm gear
Volume fuel tank, l	39	39	39	39
Maximum speed, km/h	145	150	150	155
Curb weight of the car, kg	1035	1035	1035	1050
Permissible full mass, kg	1435	1435	1435	1445
Tires	175/70 R13
Acceleration time (0-100 km/h), s	18	17	17,5	16
Fuel consumption in the urban cycle, l / 100 km	9,5	9,8	10,1	10,3

Modification: 1.3 MT (64 hp)

general information

Car class: B

doors: 4

Places in total: 5

145 km/h

Engine Specifications

A type: petrol

Volume: 1294

Inflate type: No

Max Power: 64 / 47 hp/kW at 5600 rpm

94 Nm at 3400 rpm

Cylinder arrangement: row

Number of cylinders: 4

Valves per cylinder: 2

Compression ratio: 8.5

Cylinder diameter: 79 mm

Stroke: 66 mm

Transmission and suspension

Checkpoint: mechanical

Number of gears: 4

Front suspension: spring, independent

Rear suspension: spring dependent

Front brakes: discs

Rear brakes: drums

Dimensions, volume and weight

Length Width Height: 4166/1611/1440 mm

Wheelbase: 2424 mm

Front track: 1365 mm

Rear track: 1321 mm

Wheels: 175/70/R13

Trunk: 345 l.

Fuel tank: 39 l.

Curb weight: 1045 kg

Full mass: 1445 kg

Clearance: 170 mm

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Modification: 1.5 MT (72 hp)

general information

Car class: B

doors: 4

Places in total: 5

Maximum possible speed: 150 km/h

Engine Specifications

A type: petrol

Volume: 1452

Inflate type: No

Max Power: 72 / 53 hp/kW at 5600 rpm

Max Torque: 106 Nm at 3500 rpm

Cylinder arrangement: row

Number of cylinders: 4

Valves per cylinder: 2

Compression ratio: 8.5

Cylinder diameter: 76 mm

Stroke: 80 mm

Transmission and suspension

Checkpoint: mechanical

Number of gears: 4

Front suspension: spring, independent

Rear suspension: spring dependent

Front brakes: discs

Rear brakes: drums

Dimensions, volume and weight

Length Width Height: 4166/1611/1440 mm

Wheelbase: 2424 mm

Front track: 1365 mm

Rear track: 1321 mm

Wheels: 175/70/R13

Clearance: 170 mm

Trunk: 345 l.

Fuel tank: 39 l.

Curb weight: 1035 kg

Full mass: 1435 kg

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Modification: 1.6 MT (74 hp)

general information

Car class: B

doors: 4

Places in total: 5

Maximum possible speed: 155 km/h

Engine Specifications

A type: petrol

Volume: 1569

Inflate type: No

Max Power: 64 / 53 hp/kW at 5000 rpm

Max Torque: 116 Nm at 3000 rpm

Cylinder arrangement: row

Number of cylinders: 4

Valves per cylinder: 2

Compression ratio: 8.5

Cylinder diameter: 79 mm

Stroke: 80 mm

Transmission and suspension

Checkpoint: mechanical

Number of gears: 4

Front suspension: spring, independent

Rear suspension: spring dependent

Front brakes: discs

Rear brakes: drums

Dimensions, volume and weight

Length Width Height: 4166/1611/1440 mm

Wheelbase: 2424 mm

Front track: 1365 mm

Rear track: 1321 mm

Wheels: 175/70/R13

Clearance: 170 mm

Trunk: 345 l.

Fuel tank: 39 l.

Curb weight: 1045 kg

Full mass: 1445 kg

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Modification: 1.6 MT (75 hp)

general information

Car class: B

doors: 4

Places in total: 5

Maximum possible speed: 155 km/h

Engine Specifications

A type: petrol

Volume: 1569

Inflate type: No

Max Power: 75 / 56 hp/kW at 5400 rpm

Max Torque: 116 Nm at 3000 rpm

Cylinder arrangement: row

Number of cylinders: 4

Valves per cylinder: 2

Compression ratio: 8.5

Cylinder diameter: 79 mm

Stroke: 80 mm

Transmission and suspension

Checkpoint: mechanical

Number of gears: 5

Front suspension: spring, independent

Rear suspension: spring dependent

Front brakes: discs

Rear brakes: drums

Dimensions, volume and weight

Length Width Height: 4166/1611/1440 mm

Wheelbase: 2424 mm

Front track: 1365 mm

Rear track: 1321 mm

Wheels: 175/70/R13

Clearance: 170 mm

Trunk: 345 l.

Fuel tank: 39 l.

Curb weight: 1035 kg

Full mass: 1435 kg

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Modification: 1.6 MT (75 hp)

general information

Car class: B

doors: 4

Places in total: 5

Maximum possible speed: 150 km/h

Engine Specifications

A type: petrol

Volume: 1569

Inflate type: No

Max Power: 75 / 53 hp/kW at 5400 rpm

Max Torque: 116 Nm at 3000 rpm

Cylinder arrangement: row

Number of cylinders: 4

Valves per cylinder: 2

Compression ratio: 8.5

Cylinder diameter: 79 mm

Stroke: 80 mm

Transmission and suspension

Checkpoint: mechanical

Number of gears: 4

Front suspension: spring, independent

Rear suspension: spring dependent

Front brakes: discs

Rear brakes: drums

Dimensions, volume and weight

Length Width Height: 4166/1611/1440 mm

Wheelbase: 2424 mm

Front track: 1365 mm

Rear track: 1321 mm

Wheels: 175/70/R13

Clearance: 170 mm

Trunk: 345 l.

Fuel tank: 39 l.

Curb weight: 1035 kg

Full mass: 1435 kg

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Overview

VAZ 2106 is a light five-seater sedan with four doors and rear wheel drive. For a long time remained one of the most popular cars of domestic production.

The first models went on sale back in 1976. This was a redesigned RAT 124 Speciale. No one thought at that time that the "six" would be in mass demand for several decades.

Today specifications VAZ 2106 is not perceived by us as something special. The main thing is that the car goes. But in the late seventies, fans of the auto industry were delighted with the powerful 80 horsepower engine for those times. The owners of the Shokhi proudly declared that the volume of its engine was as much as 1.6 liters.

Compared to the VAZ 2103, many changes were introduced into the six. A different power supply scheme, a different body shape, interior equipment. For example, plastic “glasses” appeared at the front headlights, the radiator was lined differently, plastic bumpers, fashionable at that time, with “aggressive” corners and fangs were installed. The rear license plate was illuminated by lanterns.

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The owners of "Moskvich" envied the good dynamics and comfortable interior. What we perceive today as a "collective farm" in the early 80s was perceived as the height of comfort and the personification of prestige.

Just imagine, the VAZ 2106 was perceived by society as a fast, luxurious and expensive car. Unremarkable in our time, 150 km / h with an acceleration of 16 seconds to a hundred seemed something prohibitively cool. The seats were equipped with headrests and had a relief shape, a tachometer flaunted on the instrument panel, and the body was equipped with soundproofing!

The car has gone through several upgrades:

1982. New motors for 75 horses, brought into line with the new GOST. Removed reflectors on the rear fender.

1988. The exhaust system has been improved: a gasket and a disposable nut have appeared.

1990. There was a complete set Lux (version 21065). The engine began to be equipped with a BSZ, the carburetor was supplied of the Solex type, the headlights became halogen, more comfortable headrests appeared, and the interior upholstery was improved. The rear window was heated, the box worked at five levels, and the generator acquired increased power. Drivers could feel a reduction in fuel consumption on the highway and a reduction in noise from the engine.

By this time, the car ceased to seem chic and expensive. In the late 80s, the six became the most massive VAZ model. The plant could now afford to reduce production costs by reducing engine power and adhering to lower standards of build quality and components.

What used to seem luxurious but not practical has turned into an affordable workhorse. The 90s are the years of an unprecedented rise in the popularity of the VAZ 2106 at the beginning and the gradual fading of demand by the end of the decade. The design of the car was morally obsolete, and the interior ceased to seem surprising and prestigious. Driving performance has long passed into the category of low compared to modern competitors.

Yes, and the manufacturer began to gradually “give ground”. In pursuit of high margins, the plant has sharply lowered the level of production quality. Poor insulation, deficiencies in the operation of the transmission and engine led to a high level of noise while driving on the highway. The beams began to "crumble" front axle. Moldings were removed, and the amount of chrome was minimized. Removed heating rear window. A wheel became thin and slippery.

Performance characteristics of the VAZ 2106 six

Max Speed: 150 km/h
Acceleration time to 100 km/h: 17.5 s
Fuel consumption per 100 km in the city: 10.1 l
Fuel tank volume: 39 l
Curb vehicle weight: 1035 kg
Permissible gross weight: 1435 kg
Tire size: 175/70SR13

Engine Specifications

Location: front, lengthwise
Engine capacity: 1569 cm3
Engine power: 75 HP
Number of turns: 5400
Torque: 116/3000 Nm
Supply system: Carburetor
Turbo: No
Gas distribution mechanism: OHC
Cylinder arrangement: inline
Number of cylinders: 4
Cylinder diameter: 79 mm
Stroke: 80 mm
Compression ratio: 8.5
Number of valves per cylinder: 2
Recommended fuel: AI-92

Brake system

Front brakes: Disk
Rear brakes: drums

Steering

Steering type: Worm gear
Power steering: No

Transmission

Drive unit: Rear
Number of gears: mechanical box - 4
Gear ratio of the main pair: 4,1

Suspension

Front suspension: double wishbone
Rear suspension: helical spring

Body

body type: sedan
Number of doors: 4
Number of seats: 5
Machine length: 4166 mm
Machine Width: 1611 mm
Machine height: 1440 mm
Wheelbase: 2424 mm
Front track: 1365 mm
Rear track: 1321 mm
Ground clearance (clearance): 170 mm
Trunk volume: 345 l

Production

Year of issue: from 1976 to 2005

Modifications VAZ 2106

VAZ-21061- engine VAZ-2103 with a volume of 1500 cm3. Initially, this index was supposed to designate a special version for Canada, which provided for equipping with special bumpers - aluminum, without fangs, with black plastic overlays and endings.

VAZ-21062- export modification of the VAZ-2106 with a right-hand drive.

VAZ-21063- the VAZ-21011 engine of an improved configuration, with an oil pressure sensor and with an electric fan instead of a belt-driven impeller (in a variant, a belt drive was allowed).

VAZ-21064- export modification of the VAZ-21061 with a right-hand drive.

VAZ-21065- a modernized modification with improved equipment, produced in 1990 - 2001. Differed from the base model by a more powerful generator, five-speed gearbox gears, reducer rear axle With gear ratio 3.9, contactless system ignition, Solex carburetor (21053-1107010), halogen headlights, seat upholstery and headrests, as well as standard presence of a rear fog lamp and rear window electric heating. Complete set 21065-01 was equipped with an engine from model 2103.

VAZ-21066- export modification of the VAZ-21063 with a right-hand drive.

VAZ-21067- assembly "IzhAvto". The VAZ-21067 engine, which differs from the base one in the presence of a fuel injection system with a catalytic converter, which ensured compliance with Euro-2 toxicity standards.

VAZ-21068- was released as a carrier of units for the period of fine-tuning the new VAZ-2108 and VAZ-21083 engines.

VAZ-21069- cars were made for special services. Outwardly, it is completely identical to the VAZ-2106, but with a two-section RPD VAZ-411 with a capacity of 120 hp. Since 1983, a VAZ-413 engine with a power of 140 hp could be installed, and since 1997, a universal RPD for rear-wheel drive and front-wheel drive VAZ-415.

VAZ-2106 "Tourist"- a pickup truck with a tent built into the body, created by order of the technical directorate. The project was rejected by the head management of the plant, and the only silver copy was repainted red and subsequently used as an internal technical technical.

VAZ-2106 "Half past seven"- the only copy made by special order received from L. I. Brezhnev or someone from his entourage after demonstrating the experimental VAZ-2107 to the top leadership of the USSR in 1979. In addition to export bumpers, it differed in seats and a radiator grill from 2107, as well as hood modified for its installation.

VAZ-2106 Zhiguli / Lada 1600 / Lada 1500L / Lada 1300SL - a four-door five-seat passenger car with a sedan-type body and rear-wheel drive. One of the most popular models of the Volga Automobile Plant.

When in 1976 the plant in Tolyatti mastered the production of the VAZ-2106 model, which was redesigned for domestic operating conditions from the RAT 124 Speciale of the 1972 model, no one could have imagined that it would become the most popular and mass production of the Volga Automobile Plant.

The "Six" differs from the VAZ-2103 in a more powerful 80-horsepower VAZ-2106 engine with a working volume of 1.6 liters, a different electrical circuit and a modified design of the body and interior. So, the front dual headlights received plastic "glasses", the radiator lining was changed, there are other bumpers with plastic "fangs" and "corners", rear lights combined with license plate lighting, plastic "gaskets" between the grille and headlights. Compared to Moskvich cars, these 5-seater sedans, which differed better dynamics and a really comfortable interior, were the height of comfort and prestige for a wide range of motorists in the USSR. In the late 1970s, the VAZ-2106 immediately gained fame as a "chic" and high-speed car, but expensive and less "practical" than other Zhiguli. Decent dynamics for that time (maximum 150 km / h and 16 s to 100 km / h), embossed seats with headrests, a dashboard with a tachometer and excellent sound insulation - there was something to appreciate.

In 1979, the plant launched the production of less powerful VAZ-21061 modifications with a 1.5-liter 71-horsepower VAZ-2103 engine and VAZ-21063 with a 1.3-liter 64-horsepower VAZ-21011 engine. They were not popular among the people, but the scale of their production increased (especially 21063), and in the conditions of the Soviet shortage, the consumer had to put up with a combination of an expensive and weighted body with weak engine, significantly worsening the dynamics. Since 1980, they began to mount Ozone type 2107 carburetors. Changes in electrics due to changing technology occurred constantly. In 1977, machines began to be equipped with new terminals and wiring connections, and from 1986 a new relay was installed.

In 1982, the first modernization of the car was carried out. On the VAZ-2106, they began to mount modernized 75-horsepower (according to the new GOST) VAZ-2106 engines. Reflectors were no longer installed on the rear wing along the molding line. In 1988, the exhaust system was upgraded: a disposable gasket and nut were installed in it.

In 1990, VAZ mastered a kind of Lux package - VAZ-21065 with a standard VAZ-2106 engine with a contactless ignition system, a Solex carburetor (21053-1107010-03), halogen headlights, improved upholstery and other seat headrests. This modification was produced with a 1500 engine, "five" bumpers, rear window electric heating, a more powerful generator, a five-speed gearbox. Export modifications of the VAZ-21064 outwardly differed from the VAZ-21065 in bumpers with built-in turn signals and a slightly different electric circuit. Since 1985, at first export modifications, then sometimes they began to install a 5-speed gearbox of the VAZ-2112 type, and later of the VAZ-21074 type, on the "internal" ones, which significantly reduces fuel consumption on the highway and noise from the engine.

By the end of the 1980s, this model with modifications remained the most massive and popular in the VAZ program. Of course, it was no longer considered prestigious, but the good memory of the first Zhiguli family supported a steady demand for the Six. It was not affected even by the dominance of the low-power modification of the VAZ-21063 and the sharp deterioration in the quality of assembly and components in the 1990s. The car eventually became so affordable that it moved into the category of unpretentious "workhorses". He also has a permanent army of admirers. However, now the VAZ-2106 is still gradually losing ground, primarily due to the obsolescence of the design and interior, as well as the rather low driving qualities that are organically inherent in the classic layout. Nevertheless, the "six" has every chance to celebrate its quarter-century anniversary on the assembly line.

Thin doors without impact bars no longer fully meet modern safety requirements, and the high noise level in the cabin of the latest models does not indicate poor insulation, but engine and transmission defects, which are now by no means uncommon, as is the destruction of the front axle beam . Such was the quality of components at the VAZ ... In addition, with the loss of prestige of the model, moldings were no longer installed on modifications with the cheapest equipment, and in general they reduced chrome in the finish to a minimum, which nevertheless did not make the car more modern (especially since fashion returned to chrome in car decor). TO significant shortcoming such configurations can be attributed to the absence of electric heating of the rear window.

The most unfortunate detail of the interior design can be called a thin and slippery steering wheel. However, the model 21065 comes across another, more modern, smaller size. A family heirloom - four headlights in rectangular twin "glasses" - have already gone out of fashion so much that, one might say, they again give the model a certain "charm". In general, despite moral old age, the VAZ-2106 can be considered the optimal "first car" in life.