Which car is better to take: VAZ 2115 or Daewoo Nexia?

Budget cars have always been in high demand in our country - they are the ones that sell best. But in modern times, when the price tags for average cars by all standards have exceeded a million, many have to focus on the secondary market, and even here choose models whose cost does not exceed 300-400 thousand. These include current opponents, who are currently no longer in production.

Technical features of the models

We compare technical characteristics for the latest generation cars. In the case of Samara-2, this is a car with a 1.6-liter 81-horsepower engine, Nexia presents a model with a 1.5-liter 75-horsepower engine.

VAZ-2115

This model was developed back in 94 of the last century. Then the designers planned to replace the VAZ-21099 with it. However, for various reasons, mass production never began at that time - it started only in 1996. At the same time, the plant made only very small batches intended strictly for export. At that time, the design of the car was quite modern, the only thing that spoiled its exterior was a rather unsuccessful fairing. This detail undoubtedly fulfilled the function assigned to it, but it looked too clumsy.

Starting in 2001, model 2115 began to be produced using an assembly line method; before that, the car practically did not appear in the retail chain and was considered quite prestigious.

The main changes made to the design of the VAZ-2115:

• new shaped bumpers;
• painting them to match the tone of the body;
• fairing installation;
• the doors were equipped with moldings;
• the shape of the hood was changed;
• used narrower headlights;
• new side lights;
• a rear wing appeared;
• light alloy wheels were installed on the wheels;
• the front fenders are drawn more ergonomically than their predecessors.

There are also a number of other innovations that have significantly increased comfort inside the car:

• it became possible to adjust the height of the steering wheel;
• the dashboard design is more modern;
• heated seats appeared;
• the windows installed near the front seats are driven by an electric drive;
• on-board computer.

The first cars of the 2115 model were produced with a carburetor power plant, the volume of which was 1.5 liters. The same motor was previously mounted on the G8.

Only since 2007, the plant began to provide cars with injection engines with a capacity of 1.6.

Serial production of the VAZ-2115 was completed at the end of 2012.

Exterior

The second generation of Daewoo Nexia never acquired a modern appearance; it still looks archaic, in the style of the 90s. But if the front view can still be perceived positively thanks to the well-tailored bumper, the branded radiator grille and aggressive-looking lighting equipment, then in the profile there is simply nothing to praise the sedan for, and the rear looks completely awkward.

Appearance of Daewoo Nexia

For Lada-2115 the situation is no better. Despite all the efforts of the engineers, the car was not far from its predecessor, the VAZ-21099. Yes, the contours of the body have become rounder, the shape and size of the hood, optics and front wings have changed, a trunk spoiler has appeared, but overall Samara 2 looks even more outdated than its competitor in the review. However, the question of which is better, Nexia or Lada-2115, remains purely academic - buyers of these budget cars are least concerned about appearance.

What to consider when choosing auto paint

If we are talking about a used car, it is very important to determine whether it has been completely repainted in order to eliminate the risk of purchasing a “criminal” vehicle. In addition, you need to remember several important rules for choosing paintwork:

1. If the former owner changed the color completely, then most likely non-factory paint was used. Therefore, the information obtained by VIN code will be irrelevant, and the color of the existing coating in different places of the body should be compared.
2. You can use a paint thickness gauge. Not a single technician at a service station will paint a car as efficiently as they do at the factory. Therefore, the amount of paintwork applied will most likely differ in different places on the body (if the car has been repainted).
3. Paint changes its properties over time due to natural conditions. In this case, the shade of the coating in different places of the body will also differ from the original tone according to the VIN code.
4. To minimize the risk of choosing the wrong shade, you can turn to spectral paint selection, which allows you to select the right pigments for the paint composition.
5. It should be borne in mind that many car manufacturing plants use paintwork that is not commercially available. In such a situation, it will be difficult to find the right color, even if you accurately determine the shade. You will need the services of a professional computer selection of the closest possible shade.
6. If the car is more than 10 years old, then the paintwork has most likely already been discontinued. In such a situation, it is also necessary to use complex techniques for selecting and mixing paint colors.

So, using the VIN number it is quite convenient to select the correct paintwork for the car. However, it is good for new and popular car models. With old and repainted vehicles, this method is not always convenient and effective.

To minimize the risk of error, it is better to turn to professionals or request the necessary information directly from the dealer.

Salon and trunk

The inside of the Uzbek state employee looks as poor as the outside. The instrument cluster is very modest, the flat steering wheel is far from modern standards, the center console also looks angular and clearly outdated.

The quality of finishing materials is appropriate, the plastic is frankly oak, the assembly is terrible. Two adult passengers will feel relatively comfortable in the back, and even then not in all planes.

The only advantage of the Uzbek car is a serious trunk with a volume of 530 liters. This is one of the best indicators for its class. But there is a fly in the ointment here: it will not be possible to increase the luggage compartment, and there is no hatch for transporting long items.

Appearance of VAZ-2115

After modernization, the interior of the VAZ-2115 has become more comfortable; innovations include a more ergonomic instrument panel, switches in the form of backlit buttons (European standard panels), and an adjustable steering column. I'm glad there is a console between the passenger and driver's seats.

The luggage compartment has increased to 445 liters, largely due to the increase in the size of the trunk lid. For three passengers in the back, as in the Nexia, it will be a bit cramped.

How to find out the paint color of a car by VIN code

It is not possible to find out the color of a car directly by the VIN code - you only receive detailed information about the model, year of manufacture and factory equipment. But it is this information that allows us to establish a list of paintwork materials that were used specifically for this model during production.

Determination of paintwork online

Knowing the VIN number, you can get information online about the color and shade of the car’s “original” paint. There are several ways to do this:

1. Determine the paint code by VIN through the car manufacturer's website. The information will be among the technical information about the car.
2. Use specialized search services (Autohistory, Autocode, etc.). Here you also need to enter your VIN code and order a report by email. There is a fee for checking.
3. Contact online car paint stores that produce professional computer paint selection based on VIN number. You can also order paint here.

Determining paint color offline

You can find out the car body color yourself:

1. Contact your dealer directly.
2. Consult a service station (but you will need experienced specialists and modern equipment).

Engines and transmissions

The compact Uzbek sedan was equipped with two types of gasoline engines, which worked in conjunction with a five-speed manual gearbox.

The base is a 1.5-liter 75-horsepower power unit, the top-end is a 1.6-liter 109-horsepower equivalent.

The VAZ-20199 was equipped with 1.1- and 1.3-liter carburetor engines, producing 54 and 64 horsepower, respectively. At the second Samara they were abandoned in favor of injection engines. The first was a 1.5-liter engine, boosted to 70/78 horsepower, but it was later replaced by a 1.6-liter version with 81 horsepower. With.

Like the opponent, here only a five-speed gearbox is used as a transmission, which has one drawback: first and reverse gears are engaged almost identically, which causes mistakes even for experienced drivers.

Under the hood of Daewoo Nexia

Daewoo Nexia

It is a front-wheel drive car developed by the German manufacturer Opel and subsequently improved by the Korean company Daewoo. Produced from 1996 to 2016 . Available in sedan, three-door and five-door hatchback versions. It has a five-speed manual as well as a four-speed automatic transmission.

First generation cars were sold in two trim levels - basic and extended . The extended version had an improved appearance and was equipped with decorative wheel covers. After restyling, the body changed significantly, the engine became modernized. The front and rear bumpers and optics were updated, the interior was changed, and shockproof beams were added on the doors.

Standard equipment includes:

• Seat belt not fastened indicator.
• Electrical adjustment of headlights.
• Protecting doors from accidental opening by children.
• Headrests in the rear seats.
• Dashboard with clock.
• Glove box.
• Trunk light.
• Remote trunk opening.
• Rear window defogger.
• Wipers with adjustable pause.
• Sun visor with mirror.
• Rear fog lamp.
• Set of tools.

More expensive versions are equipped with centralized locking, hydraulic power steering, air conditioning, car radio, power windows on all doors, and acoustic speakers. There are mudguards, exterior mirrors with turn signal repeaters. It is also possible to install sun protection film on the windshield and athermal glass.

Dynamics, fuel consumption

Daewoo Nexia with a one and a half liter engine accelerates to 100 km/h in 12.5 seconds with a maximum speed of 175 km/h, with a gasoline consumption in mixed mode of 8.1 liters. per 100 km.

The older brother has slightly better performance: 11.0 seconds, 185 km/h and 8.9 liters per hundred kilometers.

Compared to Nexia, the VAZ-2115 is more clumsy: it takes 13 seconds to accelerate to the “first car”, but it consumes less - 7.6 liters of gasoline.

Where is the paint code indicated on different brands of cars?

The paint code is located in different places on the nameplate.

1. For German and Korean vehicles, this is the left side.

1. For French cars it is on the right.

1. For American and Japanese cars - in the lower part.

Controllability and safety

Samara 2 is far from a crossover; the car’s ground clearance is quite similar to that of a sedan, but the overhangs are short, which allows even on 13-inch wheels to easily cope with ordinary city obstacles such as curbs or sewer manholes. The energy intensity of the suspension is designed for domestic roads - it copes with all the defects of the road surface with a bang.

The same can be said about the Uzbek sedan, but its suspension is a little stiffer, so the rear passengers will experience slight discomfort. Nexia holds a straight line well at all speeds, but there is a risk of skidding when cornering.

Under the hood of the VAZ-2115

There is no need to talk about safety: a Russian car has never participated in EuroNCAP crash tests, and the Daewoo Nexia successfully failed these tests, crashing into pieces.

So the comparison between Nexia and VAZ-2115 is, one might say, inappropriate here, especially in terms of safety.

Replacing the lambda probe

In most cases, a part such as a lambda probe cannot be repaired, as evidenced by statements about the impossibility of repair from many automobile manufacturers. However, the inflated cost of such a unit from official dealers discourages anyone from purchasing it. The optimal way out of this situation could be a universal sensor, which costs much less than its native analogue and is suitable for almost all car brands. Also, as an alternative, you can purchase a used sensor, but with a warranty period, or a completely exhaust manifold with a lambda probe installed in it.

However, there are cases when the lambda probe operates with a certain error due to severe contamination as a result of combustion products deposited on it. In order to make sure that this is really the case, the sensor must be checked by specialists. After the lambda probe has been checked and its full functionality has been confirmed, it must be removed, cleaned and reinstalled.

In order to dismantle the oxygen level sensor, it is necessary to warm its surface to 50 degrees. After removal, the protective cap is removed from it and only after that you can start cleaning. It is recommended to use phosphoric acid as a highly effective cleaning agent, which can easily cope with even the most stubborn flammable deposits. At the end of the soaking procedure, the lambda probe is rinsed in clean water, thoroughly dried and installed in place. At the same time, do not forget about lubricating the threads with a special sealant, which will ensure complete tightness.

The structure of a car is very complex, so it needs constant maintenance and timely preventative maintenance. Therefore, if there is a suspicion that the lambda probe is faulty, it is necessary to immediately diagnose its performance and, if the fact of failure is confirmed, replace the lambda probe. Thus, all the most important functions of the vehicle will be maintained at the same level, which will guarantee the absence of further problems with the engine and other important elements of the car.

Service cost

Here the advantage is clearly on Samara's side. And in terms of maintenance costs, repair costs, and gasoline costs. It can be argued that the cost of one kilometer on a Lada-2115 costs approximately 85 kopecks - this is an unprecedented figure for foreign cars.

The cost of owning a Nexia, based on the CASCO policy, transport tax and gasoline, will be about 4 rubles per kilometer.

Interior of Daewoo Nexia

The first signs of a malfunctioning lambda probe or how to check the oxygen sensor

Home page » The first signs of a lambda probe malfunction or how to check the oxygen sensor

Unfortunately, not all car owners know what a lambda probe is and why it is needed. A lambda probe is an oxygen sensor that allows the electronic system to monitor and balance the correct ratio of air and gasoline in the combustion chambers. It is able to promptly correct the structure of the fuel mixture and prevent destabilization of the engine operating process.

This rather fragile device is located in a very aggressive environment, so its operation must be constantly monitored, since if it breaks down, further use of the car is impossible. Periodic checking of the lambda probe will guarantee stable operation of the vehicle.

Options and prices

Daewoo Nexia has been among the bestsellers for a long time. The cost of the model, depending on the configuration, fluctuated in the year of leaving the market within the range of 450-600 thousand rubles. Currently, these figures can be safely multiplied by a factor of 0.55-0.7. The sedan's equipment is not distinguished by any frills: in the basic version there are such banal things as a heated rear window, a lever for opening the trunk lid and the gas tank hatch from the passenger compartment. Perhaps that's all. The top version adds air conditioning, fog lights, power steering, a package of front/rear electric windows and a car radio with four speakers.

Lada-2115, which costs about 250 thousand rubles (the most recent copies, manufactured in 2012), is equipped no better: front electric windows, central locking, rear spoiler, moldings - there’s simply nothing special to note.

Interior of VAZ-2115

Decoding

VIN code is a set of characters in which all information on the car is encrypted:

1. The initial three digits (WMI) indicate the manufacturer: place of production and country of origin.
2. The next 5 characters indicate the model, body style, specification, transmission and engine.
3. The next character is a control character and does not carry separate information.
4. The tenth character determines the year of manufacture of the car.
5. The eleventh is the assembly plant where the car was produced.
6. The last 6 characters are the serial number of the machine.

Which model should you prefer?

Daewoo Nexia has many disadvantages, which make no sense to list. The VAZ-2115 is no better tailored. The interior is more comfortable in a Russian car, but the quality of fitting parts in an Uzbek car is higher.

If your choice is based on appearance, then Nexia looks more modern, but the domestic sedan is better in terms of power. The reliability indicator is bad in both cases, but the VAZ is repairable in every sense - spare parts are cheap, repairs can be done even on your knees. In terms of ecology, Daewoo Nexia is ahead - its engine meets a higher eco-standard.

VAZ has more childhood diseases; obviously, they didn’t even try to eliminate them, concentrating efforts on developing promising models. It is worth noting the vibration of the car at speeds above 80 km/h, the transmission not always working correctly, and frequent breakdowns of the lighting system.

The frequency of maintenance is not the same for the models, the difference between them is insignificant, 5000 kilometers. But since we are talking about used cars, this indicator can be considered very conditional.

So what should you choose? If every ruble is important to you (relatively speaking), you can safely buy a Lada. It will cost you 1.5-2 times cheaper. The main thing is not to take a dead car, but there are still plenty of offers for good cars.

Main differences between cars

1. The first difference that catches your eye is the type of car body . Nexia has a sedan and a VAZ 2114 hatchback.
2. The prototypes of our models are different cars, VAZ has a nine, which means it received some of the standard problems of this family of cars. However, engineers worked carefully on the “fourteenth” model and removed some of the shortcomings. At Daewoo, the basis of production was the German Opel Cadet, which means quality. Many modules are stronger and more reliable than those of 2114.
3. If we compare the Nexia of Uzbek origin, then with the same engine displacement, it is slightly more powerful and more economical. The difference in fuel consumption in any driving mode is approximately one liter. The savings over the course of a year, even with average mileage, will be noticeable.
4. Pendant . In practice, it turned out that domestic cars have a more reliable chassis. This is due to the fact that consumables have a longer service life. And such an indicator as ground clearance gives the 2114 the opportunity to be more passable, which allows driving on bumpy, uneven, broken roads. VAZ feels more confident when driving along the highway over long distances at high speed.
5. If we compare the degree of comfort of our models, the difference is great. The anatomical front seats on the Nexia will allow you to sit more comfortably, the steering wheel can be adjusted to suit your “steering wheel”, which means the car is adapted for long trips.
6. Let's take a separate look at the trunk. Daewoo boasts a volume of 530 liters, which is 100 liters more than the VAZ.
7. If parts for 2114 are available in every car store, then some Nexia parts must be ordered in advance from the manufacturer. The pricing policy for consumables is not very different. Going through the cars in your garage, there is not much difference in the cost of maintenance. However, with scheduled maintenance at an official service center, VAZ maintenance is cheaper.

Nexia

It should be noted that the appearance of this budget car is much more advanced than that of the Volzhsky Automobile Plant product discussed above. True, the designers of Nexia were unable to avoid a drawback that is no less characteristic of domestic vehicles. We are talking about the presence of gaps on external surfaces. True, here they are still mostly located evenly, without visible distortions.

The instrument panel also looks more polished and has virtually no blemishes. Despite the fact that all Nexia components, without exception, are made in Russia, their fit is surprisingly accurate.

At the same time, installed devices are covered with a special film at the factory, which allows them to preserve their presentation during transportation. VAZ didn’t bother with such “nonsense”.

Budget 100 tr. What to choose Nexia, VAZ 2110-2112, VAZ 2114-2115?

Good afternoon everyone. Actually, I would like to know the opinion of forum participants on this issue, which of these can skate for 2 years without any problems? Judging by Yandex price statistics, everything is approximately in the same category, for this price - 2003-2005. Well, in addition, the question arises, given that Nexia is a popular taxi, where is the best place to choose a car? Wouldn't it be easier to pay attention to the VAZ in this case? Thanks in advance for your advice.

Is the VAZ an unpopular taxi?

Well, did you find on which forum Nexia or VAZ)))))) OF COURSE VAZZZZZZZ.

Nexia is better, but I’m afraid you won’t find a well-maintained car in a budget of 100 thousand. Therefore, it remains. Take VAZZZZ

2 years ago, my brother and I were just choosing cars in this price category, he took a well-maintained 10k from the 1st owner, and I took a ’97 Nexia in full clutter, air conditioning, etc. | I can’t imagine without an air conditioner in the summer| not very good in terms of bodywork but not rotten either, a couple of three saffron milk caps, now I’ll change it for something newer, and he puts everything into his top ten. She’s already blown his mind, so that’s how it happens, and I took it for 70tr with 2 sets of tires

Take the 2111 for that kind of money, at least it has a higher ground clearance and a station wagon, with a stiffer suspension.

100 thousand is a 2007 Nexia with air conditioning and power steering. How can you think about VAZ?

essentially neither one nor the other. look for classics in excellent condition. and 15 or Daewoo for 100,000. You’re unlikely to find one in good condition.

Here, by the way, quite decent Nexias were sold on the forum for 100 thousand. If I sold mine, I would also put it up for somewhere around 100-110 with minimal bargaining (but I’m not selling it, I’ll ride for another year). Besides, right now the cars are selling so badly and no one has canceled the auction. So you look at 110-120 and bargain up to 100. So I think I can really find Nexia for 100. Ideally, don't look, you won't find. The main thing is that it’s not too rotten. And so only Nexia IMHO. Right now I even looked at the forum and they are selling two Nexias. 110 thousand and 115. But for a hundred thousand, I think they will give in. In a Lada, during operation, you will invest twice as much money in a Nexia.

Last edited by torpedo-zil; 02/25/2015 at 15:45.