Slobodsk photographer Alexander Golyshev climbed into the quarries to photograph... a beautiful girl in lingerie. And along the way, I arranged a small session for my beauty - the blue Niva, or rather Lada 4x4, posting the result in my LiveJournal:
“I like to shoot cars against the backdrop of beautiful and interesting places. True, lately there has only been my own Niva in the frame. To film in a quarry, we had to drive to the location through viscous, swollen soil consisting of clay and limestone. I took a few pictures for memory. Plus a bonus. =)
By the way, on the third-party resource Drive2.ru I keep a “logbook” for my car. I talk about modifications (Niva Constructor for men), repair experience, travel. If you are interested in the topic of cars, then welcome. ;-)"
Domestic SUVs "Niva" are very popular in our country. They are chosen for their high cross-country ability, unpretentiousness and accessibility. Among the fans of this car there are many who are not satisfied with something in it and then they try to improve it. Next, we suggest looking at examples of the most incredible tuning of the Niva.
This car was able to change the idea of what a compact all-terrain vehicle should look like not only among residents of the Soviet Union, but also among the countries of the Western world. Luck has accompanied the domestic car since its creation and still guides it along the path of world history, reinforcing the treasury of achievements with new victories.
The history of the VAZ 2121 begins in 1972. At the same time, thoughts about an affordable all-terrain vehicle for citizens of the USSR appeared among the country's leadership since the late 1960s. The Soviet Union urgently needed a “rogue” that was accessible to the vast majority of the population and had excellent performance both on and off the pavement.
This desire was caused by the fact that the road network of the USSR was in an underdeveloped state, and the quality of the roads themselves left much to be desired. And, in 1970, by decree of Alexei Kosygin, a tender was created for the construction of a machine that meets the necessary requirements. The development of the all-terrain vehicle was carried out by three manufacturers at once - AZLK, IzhMash, AvtoVAZ. The latter was able to present the most interesting version of the future Niva.
Extreme drive
By definition, this car cannot provide high speeds: the engine in it is rather weak, we have already mentioned aerodynamics. However, even at relatively low speeds, driving the Niva requires good reaction and nerves of steel: the gearbox knob regularly jams or stops falling into the right grooves, the car constantly skids, and steering becomes necessary even on dry roads on a summer day.
Instrument readings develop intuition well: what exactly the jumping arrows point to can only be guessed by a person who has driven at least a hundred thousand on the Niva.
Additional adrenaline is added by constantly fogging (freezing in winter) windows, which the entire population of the car is busy fighting. There is practically no sound insulation in the car: even when accelerating to 20 km/h, you get the impression that you are in a Boeing taking off.
Separately, it is worth mentioning the extreme inefficiency of the machine. Even on a good track with a smooth surface, the engine will consume the same 8-12 liters
, as in the city. And eight is if you regularly languish over your “horse”, and he is in good shape. The usual standard is about ten.
UAZ or Niva: differences in suspension design
The UAZ Hunter has a dependent leaf spring suspension, which is distinguished by its reliability when driving on mud and stones, but on the other hand, there is a complete lack of comfort. That is why this car is called the “goat”.
Below is a video about how a UAZ overcomes a puddle:
Compared to the Hunter, the ride on the Niva is softer, since the suspension here is different: independent in the front and dependent in the rear. In addition, the Niva also has power steering, ABS brakes and emergency brake assist.
The interior has a fabric interior and power accessories have been added to the front doors, but otherwise the car remains the same as it was 20 years ago. Among the options is only a cigarette lighter, and what else is needed for a comfortable ride on the harsh Russian off-road.
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As for the UAZ Hunter, its finishing is even more modest, but there is an opportunity to make tuning based on your taste preferences. Typically, Hunter owners purchase a winch, a protective bumper or a guardrail, and also install an additional trunk or gas tank. Since this is an off-road vehicle, it is usually made as functional as possible for off-road driving.
Design and convenience
Niva 2121 Review. It's worth starting with its interior decoration and convenience for the driver and passengers. Over almost forty years of life on the assembly line, improvements were rarely made to the design.
The body of 21213 Niva is decorated with chrome inserts. The front windows have ventilation windows. The taillights are mounted horizontally. Later they will be replaced with vertical ones, in modified versions.
The tailgate ends inconveniently in the middle of the rear of the body, which does not allow convenient stowage of things, and also creates some problems when transporting long items. Only a bag with tools and spare parts will fit in the trunk of the car. Folding the rear seat does not make the situation much easier, although the trunk volume in this case doubles.
The instrument panel of 21213 Niva is simple and concise. It is very similar to the instrument panel from the VAZ-2106 car: the same round dials on separate blocks, rotating heater deflectors and the proprietary glove compartment lid that opens upward.
What is needed to improve the NIVA's cross-country ability.
pendants include:
1. Spacers for the ball joint 2. Spacers for the springs 3. Modified lower spring cups 4. Reinforced lower longitudinal rods 5. Modified upper longitudinal rods 6. Adjustable transverse rod 7. Rear beam cup brackets (requires welding, or purchase an already modified rear beam bridge) 8. Shock absorber brackets (modernized Niva) 9. The rod of the brake force distribution mechanism is extended.
The given lift kit was pumped both on the stand and tested off-road. All unpleasant moments that are identified during the operation of the car are eliminated immediately. To the transmission
includes the front, rear axle, gearbox (Gearbox), transfer case (TC), in one phrase - components and assemblies that connect the engine to the drive wheels. Front and rear axle gearbox
: We all know that the front axle gearbox on the Niva is attached to the engine block.
In the ChevyNiva car this problem was solved; I don’t know why on the LADA 4×4 everything remained the old fashioned way. But there is a solution to this, independent mounting of the front axle. What this gives us is a more rigid mounting of the gearbox, which directly has a positive effect on the cross-country ability of our SUV. Also, depending on the use of the car, it makes sense to install self-locking differentials. As a rule, they are installed in order to avoid slipping in snow and sand, in cases where there is a tendency to dig in due to the non-monochrome operation of the wheels along the axle. I screwed it up complicatedly, but it couldn’t be simpler. In short, if the vehicle is driven through snowdrifts, ice or sand, then it makes sense to install blockers. If the car climbs through mud, then the issue is moot. I'm sitting on my stomach, no blocking will help, install a winch for this money. Although the right to choose remains with the car owner. Gearbox
: in my opinion, there is no point in bothering here.
The factory equipment in terms of gear ratio is quite consistent. The only thing that can be suggested is replacing the factory gearbox with a reinforced so-called “Lux” gearbox adapted to the Niva (Japan, used on Susuki Vitara). The gear ratio is approximately the same as the serial gearbox, but differs in its endurance due to more powerful components. Transfer case
: For very serious off-road specialists, I can offer a built-in synchronizer for engaging a lower gear while the car is moving without stopping and interrupting traction.
There is another interesting function for the Republic of Kazakhstan developed by Togliatti specialists, this is disabling the front axle. I won’t focus my attention, we don’t seem to need this for off-road use, but still, from my own experience I can say that this option is in demand. It seems like why? But it turns out that in order to get to your favorite hunting or fishing spot you have to travel hundreds of kilometers. This is where this option came in handy for us. Gasoline savings of up to 2.5 liters per hundred, of course, this depends on the condition of the internal combustion engine, driving style and adequate attitude towards saving. The protection of vehicle components and assemblies plays an important role. If we installed a winch and believe that sooner or later we will need it, then the operation of the car will be quite harsh. A winch is usually used when the car is sitting on its belly, and no axle blocking helps. In this case, the underbody protection will allow us to avoid external damage to the transmission units; it completely covers the internal combustion engine, gearbox, and steering gear. Produced in two versions of 6 mm duralumin. — light weight, practically indeformable, and made of 3 mm steel. When installing 235/75-R15 wheels, it is necessary to modify the wheel arches and install extensions to cover it all. Which overlays to install depends on how the arches were modified. If, at a minimum, only the corners that the wheels touch during active suspension operation and when cornering, then you can get by with ABS plastic arch linings. If the arches were cut and rolled to the upper outer stiffener, then there are two options: fiberglass linings or rubber expanders. Don’t forget to also trim the front apron to prevent it from becoming deformed. There are two ways to protect the front of the body: installing the F-4 protection on a standard bumper, or installing a fully power bumper with a provided platform for installing a winch. An adapter for a removable winch is also provided for the power bumper. What does this mean, that is, your winch, screwed in advance onto a removable platform, is located in the trunk of the car; if necessary, the winch is inserted into the power bumper, fixed and ready for use. Dismantling occurs in reverse order. It is also possible to install a power towbar with a removable ball, the principle is the same, the ball is removed, the same removable platform with a winch is installed in its place and the car can be pulled back. That is, having one winch, which is constantly located inside the car and is not exposed to external influences, if necessary, we get a double result; we can pull the car both forward and backward. When lifting the car and installing 235/75-R15 wheels, a problem arises with the spare tire. The fact is that a wheel of this size does not fit under the hood. There are several options, be content with a standard spare wheel, install a spare wheel bracket or an expeditionary roof rack on the roof of the car with a ladder on the tailgate. It’s difficult to advise anything here; each option has its own pros and cons, so I leave the decision of which spare tire and where it will be located to the car owner. Comfort means additional interior options that will help you feel much more convenient and comfortable in the cabin of your SUV. Ceiling overlay for individual lighting
.
Molded from ABS overlay with built-in Kalinovsky lamp. It seems like a small thing, but under certain conditions, when you need to look at a map of movement or read your favorite book when stopping, the position is irreplaceable. Quite well illuminates the driver's and passenger's seats. Door trim covers
(only for 21214).
Molded from ABS. Allows you to install acoustics in the doors. In addition, there are pockets for small items. Cabin floor tunnel
. Molded from ABS. Not an unimportant position for long-term movement. Sooner or later on the road you want to wet your throat with mineral water, strong tea or coffee. But there is nowhere to put the drink. A tuning floor tunnel will solve the problems that have arisen. In addition, your cell phone, business cards or a pack of cigarettes with a lighter will not roll under the seat. Heated seats. I don’t think I need to say much about this option. Everyone knows the unpleasant feeling of sitting in a cold car in winter on seats made of oak from the cold. This position will allow you to make the driver and passenger seats more comfortable in the shortest possible time. The kit includes two heating elements for the seat and backrest, a bundle of wires, and control buttons. That seems to be all for the main points of improvement of the domestic SUV LADA 4×4 (NIVA).
Tanks are not afraid of dirt
Test drive of the VAZ 2121 Niva in the city and on the highway leaves much to be desired. The car noticeably yaws from side to side, and when cornering, even at low speeds, the car tends to leave the trajectory, so you should hold the steering wheel tighter. The brake pedal is soft, and the braking distance is obscenely long.
The main advantages are shown in the test drive of the VAZ 21 on rough terrain and off-road.
When moving on rough terrain at speed, due to the rather short wheelbase, it is prone to longitudinal swing. Even the installed stiffer suspension does not reduce the galloping effect.
This model is equipped with main gear pairs with a large gear ratio, which, in accordance with the long gears of the four-speed gearbox, gives some advantages in cross-country ability in contrast to later versions and provides better traction characteristics. Therefore, you can overcome a muddy or steep climb under tension, without acceleration, simply by turning on a downshift in advance.
The native element of the three-door Niva is a very rough forest road. This is where the car turns out to be very good. It can pass through ditches and ditches without difficulty, either perpendicularly or diagonally. The suspension travel is quite large, but if diagonal suspension of the wheel occurs and loss of contact with the ground, then we block the differential in the transfer case and continue driving.
The approach and departure angles are quite decent, so climbing a steep hill or fording a stream will not be difficult.
The small geometric dimensions of the car allow you to easily maneuver between trees. Unfortunately, the hydraulic booster so necessary for such a car is missing.
Niva VAZ 2131 “Crocodile” – all-terrain station wagon
Like, I didn’t save up, why did I get out of the apartment? At the same time, slowing down in front of every bump or bump - suddenly the cutie will get scratched. Old jeepers are an option, but there are fewer and fewer of them left unused and spare parts with service are increasingly more expensive. There is a chance to win half a million capital. Well, belly hunters would be quite a healthy class to switch to local UAZs and Nivas on the hunting grounds... if not for Russian roads. Krok, with a long wheelbase and strong suspension, simply eats them up and provokes them to drive more. This car is a real discovery of Russia for yourself and your family!
What we have. Niva stock 2007, purchased in 2009 from a pensioner for 220 thousand. He was afraid of it, only went to the dacha and kept it all winter in a garage next to the small city Oka. I took Krok at 23 thousand miles, now it’s under 60. It eats about 9-10 on the highway, maybe less, maybe more, depending on the gas and wind (the aerodynamics are not fast).
Exterior tuning
After such changes, the appearance cannot be left without modifications. Moreover, the exterior should be reconsidered not only based on the interests of attractiveness, but also for practical purposes. In terms of design, the update should include the installation of a body kit and a front protective structure - the so-called kenguryatnik.
Installing a guardrail should not cause any particular difficulties, and if necessary, you can also add a gate at the back for the spare wheel. Well, as decorative elements, it makes sense to choose an original protective film for body decoration. Again, in addition to its aesthetic function, such a coating will act as a good protection for the paintwork base off-road.
Reinforcement with protective elements
When driving off-road, the car must confidently cope with various obstacles, in which power additions will help it. To minimize damage from water elements, it is necessary to seal the air filter and move the intake outlet to the roof. Next, the ignition system is waterproofed.
The main functions of protecting the front part have already been taken over by the body kit and the guard, but protection on the sides is also required for the Niva 2121 car. Tuning provides for this purpose power thresholds, among other things, protruding and supporting elements for the jack. Of course, the SUV's protection extends to the engine.
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Specifications
In its modern version, the VAZ 2121 is still distinguished by its small dimensions with a monocoque body. Thanks to the optimal ground clearance, the car provides good cross-country ability, and the elongated body made a convenient five-door configuration possible. However, a three-door version has also been preserved, which has smaller dimensions. Otherwise, the Niva 4x4 2121 remained unchanged, and its technical data can be presented as follows:
- Width – 168 cm.
- Height – 164 cm.
- Length – 372 cm.
- Ground clearance – 22 cm.
- Base – 220 cm.
- Curb weight – 1210 kg.
- Load capacity 400 kg.
- Wheel formula – 4x4.
- Body type – station wagon.
- Transmission – 5-speed manual.
- Fuel - grade AI-92.
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Power potential and dynamics
In the first generation, the Niva 2121 car was equipped with passenger car engines of the 2106 series with a power of 80 horsepower. Subsequently, the unit was improved due to ignition and power systems, which as a result affected fuel consumption. The engine also received a Solex carburetor, and its power increased to 82.8 hp. With.
In terms of dynamics, it is important to note that the three-door VAZ 2121 is not designed for speed records. This is evidenced by specific indicators - for example, it takes an SUV 19 seconds to reach “hundreds”, and the maximum does not exceed 137 km/h. Unfortunately, the fuel consumption data is also not impressive: in city mode the car consumes 13 liters, and in combined mode – 10.8 liters.
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Suspension tuning
At this stage, you need to calculate in advance which wheels will be used in the future. Since the front suspension travel will become a mandatory element of improvement (can be increased by about 4.5 cm), the lift will be about 3.5 cm, and it will be possible to install R15 tires with discs with an offset of ET-20 or ET-40. The first option is preferable, since possible work with the body kit will be easier, and the chassis bearings will receive less load.
An updated suspension lift may require appropriate corrections to be made to the position of the tie rod ends of the Niva 2121 SUV. It is advisable to perform tuning in the suspension with high-quality adjustable shock absorbers. For example, you can choose a model with 9 positions with rigidity settings. Moreover, the domestic “all-terrain vehicle” is fully compatible with models whose rigidity is automatically adjusted via remote control.
