general characteristics
So, let's start with the “twelve”. This machine is a derivative of the “ten”, the development of which began during the USSR. The first hatchback was released in 1999. The car was mass-produced until 2008 and underwent minor technical changes (in particular, these are the engines, which we will talk about later). On the basis of this car, the Priora was then created.
As for the “fourteenth”, it is the direct successor of the “nine”. The car was mass-produced from 1997 to 2013. The assembly took place in Tolyatti and Zaporozhye. As he himself says, it is an improved version of the first generation “Samara”. First of all, the changes affected driving performance, braking system and appearance.
Design
“Dvenashka” is a five-door hatchback. Externally, it is no different from the “ten”, which was produced since 1995. The car has rectangular headlights very similar to the Opel Caliber, as well as a flat hood that extends beyond the line of the wings. By the way, the Ladas of the tenth family were the only ones at AvtoVAZ that had such a difference in body clearances. This is also noted by reviews from owners. What is better to choose - VAZ-2112 or VAZ-2114? In terms of body clearances, the “fourteenth” is made an order of magnitude better – motorists say. As for Samara-2, it was created on the basis of the VAZ-2109.
The car has similar body contours. But the front and side parts were slightly modified. So, the car received new, more rounded headlights and a narrow radiator grille. The bumper is now painted in body color. Wide moldings and a small aerodynamic threshold also appeared on the car. There is a compact spoiler at the rear. Otherwise, the model remains virtually unchanged. Despite the update, many criticized the 14th for its bumpers. They scratched easily and were less durable than those on a “chisel”.
Kill me with beauty
The design of these two cars is puzzling for several reasons. But if we need to compare exactly two generations of VAZ front-wheel drive cars, then it would be logical to start with the design, since they are met anyway by their clothes. So 2114 doesn’t fit into any gates even with the design of the late 80s. What the designers wanted to say by covering the entire nine with cheap plastic is unclear, but this act looks like a mockery of the people’s favorite five-door hatchback. This, of course, is a subjective opinion, but how expedient it was to start a story with front headlights of just such a sad shape is unclear. The angular, polished design of the nine disappeared, and the newfangled remnant did not work out. In short, we don't like 2114.
The situation with 2112 is completely opposite. Contrary to all fears, the sedan hatchback turned out to be quite good. The only thing that confuses me is the somewhat visually heavy food. Even when owners lift the suspension, this does not prevent the feeling of heaviness. In general, the design of the tenth family looks very decent, even taking into account the advanced age of development. You can feel the dynamics, but at the same time there is no inflated aggressiveness. Dozens look friendly and do not give in even to the provocations of the tuners. Let's finish with the design here, let's move on to more significant things.
Dimensions, ground clearance
In terms of size, these machines are almost identical. Thus, the length of the VAZ-2114 is 4.12 meters, width – 1.65 meters, height – 1.4 meters. Ground clearance is 16.5 centimeters. "Dvenashka" is a little larger. Its body length is 4.17 meters, width – 1.68 meters, height – 1.42 meters. But these parameters are so small that they are not noticed in everyday use. The same goes for ground clearance. On standard 14-inch wheels, this car has 17 cm of ground clearance. Both hatchbacks belong to the B-class and are very compact.
What to choose?
Having considered both models, it will not be possible to settle on just one. It is worth considering the priorities and requests that are made when choosing a particular configuration
It is important to understand for what purpose a car is purchased: for transporting cargo it is better to choose a hatchback; In aesthetic terms, a sedan model will be more convenient. Naturally, for little money you shouldn’t expect rich functionality: electric windows, power steering, heated seats, ABS, and many other functions
For those who are interested in a sportier option, you should opt for a car - a hatchback (2114). A youth model that is in demand among the younger generation. Sedan (2115) - popular among the older segment of the population. A family car that provides opportunity with comfort. Upon closer examination, the cars are practically no different, with the exception of the body. And the interior decoration is almost identical, and does not raise any questions.
I would like to mention the fact that for training, for the first time, these cars will come in handy. It is worth deciding on the price component, and thanks to this, make your choice.
Salon
The “two” uses the same archaic interior that was installed on the “tens” since 1995. By the way, the steering wheel and instrument panel on the 12th and 14th models were very similar. Also on the “two-wheeler” the center console is slightly rotated. There is a stove control unit, a pair of deflectors, a clock and a door opening indicator. Which is better - VAZ-2112 or VAZ-2114?
Reviews say that the interior of the “two-wheeler” is very cramped, especially in the back. The car uses hard plastic and has no steering wheel adjustments. Most models do not have any amenities - air conditioning and power windows. The trunk of the hatchback is designed for 400 liters of luggage. The back row of the rear row folds in a ratio of two to one, which allows you to transport larger items (useful volume increases to 730 liters). Although most buyers (and these are young guys) do not need this - the main thing is that a powerful subwoofer and a spare tire fit in the trunk. The “twelve” copes with this task “excellently”. By the way, the spare tire itself is hidden under the floor. There is also a compartment for tools, which is very convenient.
Now let's move on to the second generation Samara. It differs from the “nines” primarily in the new European-style panel. As you know, “nines” and “eights” were famous for their creaking and rattling panels even on smooth roads. With the release of the “fourteenth” this problem was eliminated. Although the plastic itself is also hard and requires improvements. As noted in the reviews, a 3-millimeter vibration insulation sheet solves the problem with poor noise. But it is far from being of the best quality (if we talk about the factory).
The interior of the 14th looks more successful and modern. As for the trunk, its volume is 330 liters. There is also a function for transforming the rear seat backs. What is better to take - VAZ-2112 or 2114? The interior of the latter is also very cramped. But it is more comfortable than that of the “twelve”.
VAZ 2112
At one time, our exhibits also went through this procedure. VAZ 2114 crashed in the literal sense of the word, failed the tests. Moreover, even the car’s older brother, the VAZ 2109, demonstrated the best performance. Even manufacturers still cannot understand this argument. How is it: the body, frame are almost identical, and the metal is the same, but the results are disastrous. The doomed car was pushed into an obstacle at a speed of 64 km/h. Further, it became clear: the car cannot be restored, and the mannequin was “hospitalized” with a severe traumatic brain injury. Alas, these are the realities...
As for safety, the VAZ 2112 looks preferable to its competitor. Under the same artificially created emergency conditions, the car suffered less damage, and the dummy completely survived. On the Internet you can easily find a video of the process itself and see it with your own eyes.
Comfort level
The body of the VAZ 2114 is an order of magnitude older than that of the 12th model. Despite this, the driver's workplace looks more original. A functional instrument panel, the absence of various creaks and crackles when switching levers and toggle switches - all these are the advantages of the “fourteenth” model and at the same time the disadvantages of the “twelfth”. The interior itself, of course, looks brighter in the VAZ 2112. Plus, in terms of seating comfort, it is also preferable.
There is no point in discussing various types of modifications, because both options are equipped with the entire range of modern automotive equipment. Another thing is that the final cost of the car will depend on its quantity. If the issue of trunk capacity is important to you, then the advantage is again on the side of the “twelve”. 340 liters versus 250, quite a significant difference. Plus, the ability to fold the seats in parts only increases the vehicle’s capabilities when transporting cargo of different sizes.
Technical duel
At different periods of his life, your humble servant had the good fortune to test drive both cars, as is fashionable today. And this is what I want to tell you. The eight-valve engine 2114 cannot be compared with the sixteen-valve 2112, I think there is no need to explain the reasons, here, as they say, everything is obvious. By the way, the old tradition of our manufacturers to use interchangeable parts on different models makes visibility somewhat poor, but for drivers this is undoubtedly a big plus.
When it comes to food, cars are relatively united. Both are equipped with an injector (although there are also carburetor models in the 2114 line), but if the “fourteenth” is by and large not picky about fuel quality, then its opponent is inclined to go through “grub”. So, finally, the first characteristics of both cars with a plus sign that came to mind.
VAZ 2114
- Low cost.
- High interior visibility.
- Easy to operate and maintain.
- No price jumps.
VAZ 2112
- Higher power engine.
- Ventilated brakes.
- The salon is decorated in a modern style.
- Spacious trunk.
Well, that’s all, I told you the main differences between the presented cars, and you have to make a choice, buy a VAZ 2114 or 2112
The main thing to remember is that during such procedures you need to be extremely careful and it doesn’t matter at all whether you buy a used car or a new one. After all of the above, we draw the line and say goodbye! See you again!
Technical data
Initially, the “two-piece” was equipped with a one and a half liter engine with a carburetor power system. This engine developed only 73 horsepower. But it was quickly replaced with a new injection engine with the same volume. Thanks to distributed injection, engineers were able to increase power to 79 horsepower without any modifications to the crankshaft. In the mid-2000s, 16-valve engines (or “shesnar” in common parlance) began to appear. These engines are very much loved by the owners for their manufacturability and relatively high technical data. Thus, the power of the 1.6-liter gearbox was 90 horsepower. The unit generated 131 Nm of torque. For comparison, the first one and a half liter engine produced only 109 Nm of thrust.
Which is better - VAZ-2112 or VAZ-2114? Dynamic characteristics will help resolve this issue. So, acceleration to hundreds for a “two-wheeler” takes from 12 to 14 seconds, depending on the engine. As reviews say, the “shesnar” is very playful and unpretentious in terms of fuel consumption.
So, a car spends from 7.3 to 8 liters per hundred in the combined cycle. The maximum speed is 185 kilometers per hour (on an 8-valve carburetor - 170). The gearbox is standard, five-speed, with mechanical gear shifting.
As for the second generation Samara, it was equipped with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine with 80 horsepower. This engine was paired with a five-speed gearbox. Which gearbox is better - on a VAZ-2112 or 2114? As you know, on the “nines” there were always problems with the scenes, which rang and flew out. On the 14th this problem was partially solved. But the “twelve” has a more reliable gearbox, which does not cause such problems for the owner.
By the way, since 2007 the car began to comply with Euro-4 standards. A catalyst and an electronic gas pedal were installed. By the way, the catalyst was not under the bottom, but near the engine. The receiver itself has become plastic (previously the inlet was aluminum).
Which is better - VAZ-2112 or VAZ-2114? Let's move on to the dynamic characteristics. Acceleration to hundreds in the second took 13 and a half seconds. Maximum speed is 160 kilometers per hour. In terms of fuel consumption, the car is not much different from the “two-wheeler” - 7.6 liters per hundred in mixed mode.
Suspension
Which is better - VAZ-2112 or VAZ-2114? Technically, these machines are very similar to each other. So, the front has an independent suspension on MacPherson struts. At the rear there is a semi-independent beam. Steering - rack. In luxury trim levels it can be supplemented with an amplifier. If we consider which is better - VAZ-2112 or VAZ-2114, both cars have the same smoothness. According to subjective feelings, the “dvenashka” is a little softer than the “Samara”. But this largely depends on the type of shock absorbers and the height of the tire profile.
Brakes
The VAZ-2112 and 2114 have mixed brakes. There are discs at the front and drums at the rear. Ready-made sets of ventilated discs with perforations are also sold for installation on the front and rear axles.
The cost of a new set with pads, caliper, pad and bracket is about three and a half thousand rubles per side.
Let's sum it up
So, which is better - VAZ-2112 or VAZ-2114? As you can see, these are very similar cars. The only significant difference is in the dynamics. “Dvenashka” (especially with a 16-valve engine) is more playful in traffic. The old 8-valve engine, which was developed back in Soviet times, migrated to Samara-2. Therefore, you need to start from the cost. The price for both cars ranges from 80 to 180 thousand rubles. When purchasing, it is preferable to choose a modern 1.6-liter engine. Reviews do not recommend taking a carburetor, since there will be many problems with it.
Engine comparison
A curious situation has developed around the engines of these production cars. The fact is that from the first days the VAZ 2114 was equipped with an 8-valve engine. Whereas the tenth model could have both an 8- and 16-valve unit under the hood. However, recently there has been a tendency to install 16 engines in the 2114 model.
However, the manufacturer offers to do this for an additional fee. Therefore, comparing the VAZ 2110 and VAZ 2114 in this matter will not reveal the winner. There will be no difference between the modifications in the internal combustion engine.
