ZAZ-1103 "Slavuta": specifications and fuel consumption

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

ZAZ-1103 "Slavuta" is a car on which many begin their acquaintance with the automotive world. Someone, having tasted the charm of owning a personal car, changes to a more comfortable model, and someone is not in a hurry to say goodbye to Slavuta. Today we will analyze in detail all the remarkable features of this car and its technical characteristics.

Historical background

The car "Slavuta-1103" in a practical liftback body became the third front-wheel drive car in the family of the Zaporozhye Automobile Plant. The first model was "Tavria" hatchback. She gained real popularity in Ukraine and continued to be produced for 20 years. The second representative of the family was the station wagon "Dana". He could not repeat the success of his predecessor, and 4 years after the release of the first copy, production was stopped. Then came "Slavuta", which was produced until 2011. It is considered by far the best option of the three listed.

Appearance

The appearance of the car does not differ in particular beauty, so let's talk about itpracticality. The first copies of the model were covered with simple acrylic paint. And somewhere since 2004, "Slavuta" began to be painted with metallic. Of course, the second option is more preferable. Thanks to the two-layer coating, such paint will protect the car from corrosion for longer, which cannot be said about acrylic. Nevertheless, it is better to cover the car with an additional anti-corrosion layer. As the reviews show, without this manipulation, the body will soon begin to rust.

The lighting equipment of the ZAZ-1103 Slavuta model also cannot please with special wear resistance. After a few years, the headlight lens becomes cloudy, and the quality of the light drops sharply. Door hinges during the operation of the car are recommended to be lubricated periodically, otherwise they will begin to creak persistently. The fan motor, which is located near the windshield under the hood, is not equipped with a filter, so leaves get into it, creating an unpleasant noise when the fan is on. Another disadvantage of the car is that its battery is mounted quite low in the engine compartment. As such, it is susceptible to contact with moisture, which causes the terminals to oxidize.

The trunk of the Slavuta has been increased by 50 liters compared to the Tavria. Thanks to its low loading threshold, it is quite functional.

Interior decoration

Salon is also fully consistent with the class and price of the car. There is frankly little space here, especially in the back row. Even passengers of average height will feel uncomfortable here. The plastic starts to creak quickly. And given that onthere are no new Slavuts on the modern market, it will be extremely difficult to find a car without a creak. The machine is available in two versions: "Standard" and "Lux". In the expensive version, the instrument panel has more indicators, and the center console has a niche for the radio.

Engine: ZAZ-1103 Slavuta

The car is equipped with the same engines as the Tavria. On the version of the first years of production, carburetor engines with a volume of 1, 1, 1, 2, and 1.3 liters 3 were installed. Since 2003, only the last two engines have been left in production and equipped with a distributed injection system. The resource of a 1.1-liter engine only reached 90 thousand km. The remaining units served up to 150 thousand km.

Each type of power supply system of the ZAZ-1103 "Slavuta" car has its drawbacks. On cars with a carburetor, the fuel pump may fail in the summer heat. If you let it cool down a bit, everything will fall into place. For versions with distributed fuel injection, the weak point is the idle speed controller. It needs to be cleaned periodically. The fuel pump can fail if there is little fuel in the tank. Also, it's very noisy. These three problems were inherited by the following ZAZ models. Owners of cars with inexpensive LPG are recommended to drive on gasoline for at least 300 km out of a thousand. Otherwise, the nozzles, pump and other elements begin to coke, as a result of which the fuel system may become unusable.

The valve cover gasket in all engines often leaks. The timing on all engines does not run for more than 60 thousand km, asand tension roller. At the same run, it is recommended to change the alternator belt. And every 10 thousand you need to adjust the thermal clearances of the valves.

Gearbox

All ZAZ-1103 Slavuta models are equipped with a 5-speed manual gearbox. In general, the transmission of this model has proven itself well. In terms of resource, it surpasses motors. The same gearbox is used on the Daewoo Sens. He, like Slavuta, has problems with the inclusion of first and second gears. The backstage oil seal often leaks oil, but no big losses, as the reviews say, were noticed. It is advisable to change transmission oil every 50 thousand kilometers. The clutch has a mechanical drive. Its cable often breaks, so it is advisable to carry a spare with you.

Brake system

The machine is equipped with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The front brakes are an original ZAZ development with a closed disc. Time has shown that the mechanism is not entirely successful. Discs are often deformed and fail in the third tens of thousands of runs. The main brake cylinder is also not reliable - after 40 thousand km it loses its tightness. The parking brake cable stretches fairly quickly. Brake hoses should preferably be checked for cracks every three years.

Steering and suspension

Rack and pinion steering can withstand no more than 60 thousand km. It makes itself felt by the backlash, which appears due to the wear of the rack / gear pair. Atsteering tips have approximately the same service life. This unit is inexpensive, so it is easier to replace it than to repair it. The chassis of the ZAZ-1103 Slavuta car, the technical characteristics of which we are discussing today, is quite tough, but energy-intensive. MacPherson type independent suspension is in front, and a semi-independent beam is in the back. Due to the lack of an anti-roll bar, the car leans noticeably in sharp turns.

Among the weak points of the suspension are the rear hub bearings and ball joints. On our beautiful roads, they serve no more than 40 thousand kilometers. As for the front bearings, they run a little longer. And the front silent blocks and rear rubber bands are generally considered to be long-lived, because they serve up to 150 thousand km.

On the road

When you see the angular "Slavuta" with its ascetic interior, you can forget about aesthetics. A car is a means of transportation, not a luxury. Surely this phrase was invented at one of the domestic automobile plants. Sitting behind the wheel, you have to forget about another concept - "ergonomics". The driver's seat is not very comfortable, and because of the small side mirrors, the view leaves much to be desired.

Turning the engine key, you can be pleasantly surprised at how quickly it starts. And in the cold it will not be worse. Acceleration dynamics for a small car is also very good. By the way, Slavuta accelerates better than Sens, because they have similar engines, but a significant difference in weight. Only now, having accelerated on "Slavuta" to 80km / h, you might think that the speedometer already shows all 120: the engine roars, and the interior reminds you that the car belongs to the budget class. In "Sense" the situation is somewhat more pleasant, because the Koreans had a hand in its creation. However, it makes no sense to talk about some driving characteristics and comfortable driving, given the cost of the ZAZ-1103 Slavuta model.

Fuel consumption of the car is very moderate: from 7 to 10 liters per 100 km in the city, and 5-7 liters on the highway.

The price of independence

The ZAZ Slavuta car, like other cars produced in the CIS, suffers from low quality components, which leads to frequent breakdowns. The low price of the car partly compensates for this problem. However, if you replace failed parts with imported counterparts, you can increase its reliability.

Slavuta is a cheap, unpretentious car that will suit those who are just learning how to drive, or those who cannot yet afford a more expensive car, but do not want to be tied to public transport. Depending on the year of manufacture and condition, the car can cost from 1.5 to 3.5 thousand dollars in the secondary market.

ZAZ-1103 Slavuta: reviews

Based on the feedback from the owners, we note the main advantages and disadvantages of the machine. So, the strengths of Slavuta:

1. Availability of parts and service.
2. High maintainability.
3. Large trunk and low loading threshold.
4. Durable silent blocks and gearbox.

Weaknesses:

1. Dim optics.
2. Close interior.
3. Squeaking plastic in the cabin.
4. Small resource 1, 1-liter engine, steering gear and other less significant parts.
5. Failure of the fuel pump, idle sensor, carburetor and ignition coil.
6. Deformation of the brake discs.
7. Fragility of rear wheel bearings and ball joints.

Alternative

An alternative to "Slavuta" is the popular VAZ "seven". This is a long-lived car, because it was produced for 28 years. Despite the fact that the design of the model has long been outdated, due to its simplicity, the machine is reliable and durable. That is why so many drivers at one time chose it. Well, the price, of course, plays a role here. Today, the "seven" in the secondary market costs from 800 to 3000 dollars. It all depends on the year of manufacture and condition.

Compared to the ZAZ-1103 "Slavuta", the photo of which looks more advantageous, the "seven" has a more spacious interior, greater load capacity and, most importantly, a smoother ride. However, the practicality of the latest model of the "classic" is slightly inferior to "Slavuta". She does not have the ability to fold the rear seatbacks, and the loading threshold of the trunk is much higher. "Seven" is equipped with three gasoline engines. The first has a volume of 1.3 liters and develops 69 liters. s., the second and third are the same in volume - 1.5 liters, but different in power: 71 and 74 horsepower.

Conclusion

Today wegot acquainted with the car, which for many drivers is reminiscent of youth: the first uncertain independent trips, the first annoying breakdowns and a joyful victory over them. For those who want to learn how to repair cars, the ZAZ-1103 Slavuta is perfect. The manual gives a broad idea about the device and repair of the model. It is believed that after this car, a person can easily drive any car.