Let's figure out what wheels can be installed on a VAZ 2114

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Almost all drivers in their practice are faced with the following question - how to choose wheels for a VAZ 2114? Let's consider this in more detail.

Wheels for VAZ 2114

The best all-season tires for the VAZ 2114

Queues and problems with tire fitting when switching from summer to winter tires, and a lack of funds to purchase a second set forces the owners of the Tolyatti model to use only all-season tires.

We present the tires that performed best in year-round use, according to Russian car enthusiasts.

Kama-365 (NK-241)

Description of the tire. The model with an asymmetrical pattern from the Nizhnekamsk tire plant is divided into two groups of functional blocks.

Central zones of increased rigidity maintain directional stability while the vehicle is moving. The presence of grooves between the contact blocks and lamellas on them improves the quality of braking and traction characteristics.

Curved edge recesses help keep the wheel-road contact area clear of water and snow. Also, by interacting with dense contact spots, they improve the vehicle’s maneuverability on muddy or snowy roads.

The drainage system includes three capacious longitudinal channels. Their work allows the driver to confidently move along flooded sections of the road and avoid aquaplaning.

Pros of Kama-365 (NK-241)

1. The tires hold the road well in rain and slush.
2. High-quality braking.
3. Clear controllability.
4. Elastic rubber, even in cold weather.
5. Low noise level.
6. Affordable price.

Cons of Kama-365 (NK-241)

1. There are defective, crooked specimens.

Unfortunately, a similar drawback - defects - is sometimes found in the products of this domestic manufacturer. Owners have no comments regarding the driving performance of normal tires.

Characteristic signs of wear on brake system elements

• Reduced braking efficiency;
• Increased braking distance;
• Periodic failure of the brake pedal;
• Stopping the car is accompanied by a metallic grinding and creaking sound. The thickness of the disc is below the permissible standard;
• In the expansion tank, the liquid level DOT - 4 is below the permissible norm, which indicates depressurization;
• When you press the pedal, the car moves to the right / left;
• Difficulties in controlling equipment at speeds over 80 km/h;
• An indicator lights up on the center console of the instruments, notifying you of a breakdown in the system.

The list is not exhaustive; each situation has an individual reason.

The best summer tires for the VAZ-2114

A budget car like the VAZ-2114 needs inexpensive tires.

The rating includes popular tires from this particular segment of summer tires.

Viatti Strada Asimmetrico V-130

Description of the tire. The Italian asymmetric tread design and German equipment allow the Russian company to produce tires with good performance properties.

Drainage is carried out by deep channels running along the profile between the central zones. They are helped in this matter by the inclined recesses of the shoulder and adjacent blocks.

The central stiffening ribs are equipped with an additional layer of rubber compound. This improves vehicle control and maintains directional stability.

The optimized arrangement of tread parts reduces noise to a minimum.

The special composition of the compound with a high silica content ensures reliable contact with wet and dry road surfaces.

Pros of Viatti Strada Asimmetrico V-130

1. Low noise level.
2. Minimal wear.
3. Good relationship between steering wheel and tires.
4. Normal price.
5. Safe braking.
6. Durable board.

Cons of the Viatti Strada Asimmetrico V-130

1. They don't like ruts.

Good working tires that can be purchased at an affordable price - this is the opinion of users about the model.

Cordiant Comfort 2

Description of the tire. Excellent grip quality, support for high-speed drive, durable compound - these qualities distinguish the model of the domestic manufacturer.

The computer-simulated pattern allows you to quickly remove water from under the wheel. Capacious longitudinal channels and recesses in the shoulder areas allow the driver to safely move along the water sections of the route.

The central ribs are responsible for directional stability. They have increased rigidity and do not lose shape under significant loads.

Wide edge blocks securely hold the vehicle when maneuvering. Dense contact patch material and capacious transverse grooves improve traction.

Pros of Cordiant Comfort 2

1. Soft material, comfort when driving along the junctions of the route.
2. Good management.
3. Normal price.
4. Hassle-free balancing.
5. Long service life.
6. Safety when driving on wet asphalt and water.

Cons of Cordiant Comfort 2

1. Not for dirt.

The owners of the model have no complaints against the manufacturers regarding this tire. They recommend it to other car enthusiasts.

Tips for choosing

It’s unlikely that you should be told how to change disks.
But we should talk about their choice in more detail. Size is the basis for wisely choosing a set of new rollers for your car. The vast majority of cars today are offered with 13-16 inch wheels. As you understand, the VAZ 2114 was no exception.

Modern fashion tells us that it is important to install low-profile tires. Supposedly, this makes driving the car easier. Therefore, owners of the “fourteenth” model are switching from standard 13-inch wheels to something like 14 or 15 inches.

Let’s say right away that installing 15-inch wheels on such a VAZ model is advisable only if you are doing sports tuning for your car. Indeed, in such a situation, special brakes are used, the size of which does not allow them to be combined with standard wheels.

If you don’t know how to correctly select the parameters of new wheels and tires for them, then we advise you to turn to the instruction manual for help. It clearly states what sizes and markings you need to choose specifically for the VAZ 2114 of your modification. Rely solely on these data, since deviation from them negatively affects:

• Management;
• Security;
• Turning radius;
• Braking distance length;
• Fuel consumption;
• Chassis.

If you choose the right wheels, they will last you at least 40 thousand kilometers. And if you take care of them, monitor them, periodically carry out preventive maintenance, and also operate without unnecessary loads, then a set of disks will work for all 100 thousand kilometers without any problems.

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The best winter non-studded tires for the VAZ-2114

Drivers of the domestic VAZ-2114 passenger car living in regions with a warm climate, areas where icy roads are a rare occurrence, are recommended to use friction rubber or Velcro tires.

The best options for such tires are presented in our review.

Belshina Artmotion Snow

Description of the tire. Increased strength of contact blocks, an effective water and snow removal system, reliable grip - characterize this model of tires from the Belarusian company.

Wide channels in the center, diagonal grooves separating the checkers, are interconnected, forming an effective drainage system.

Their volume is quite enough to dry the place where the tire comes into contact with the road, which makes it possible to improve grip properties.

All contact spots of the tread with a directional symmetrical pattern are covered with numerous sipes.

The edges of these slots reliably hold the road surface while driving and promote reliable braking.

The special shape of the grooves limits the displacement of spots under load, increases their service life, and reduces wear.

Pros of Belshina Artmotion Snow

1. Comfort tire: quiet and soft.
2. High-quality braking on slush, snow, asphalt.
3. Reasonable price.
4. Long working life.
5. Not afraid of punctures.

Cons of Belshina Artmotion Snow

1. Poor behavior in a rut.

Drivers generally speak positively about this friction rubber model. They recommend it for driving around the city for drivers who support a calm driving style.

Viatti Brina V-521

Description of the tire. The Velcro tire model is characterized by the presence of a large number of hard contact spots, which provide reliable grip on any winter road surface.

Sinusoidal lamellas help with this. They are located across the entire width of the profile and hold the slippery surface of the track with their hard edges.

A varied arrangement of slots and grooves on the tread improves traction qualities and increases braking efficiency.

The presence of high quality components in the mixture allows you to maintain the elasticity of the tire in frosty weather.

Capacious grooves cope well with the ejection of snow and water products from under the wheel, and prevent the effect of aquaplaning and slashplaning.

Pros of Viatti Brina V-521

1. Decent grip on any trail.
2. The tire clears snow drifts well.
3. Does not harden at low temperatures.
4. Good stability.
5. Price.
6. Not afraid of aquaplaning.

Cons of Viatti Brina V-521

1. Doesn't keep track.

There are some minor flaws in the operation of these Velcro. But, according to car enthusiasts, they are forgivable due to the low cost of the model.

What tires can be installed?

On wheels recommended by the manufacturer, tires should be installed with the following dimensions:

• 165/70 R13;
• 175/70 R13

The expression “thirteenth radius wheels” or something similar is widespread. This expression is completely meaningless, since 13 is not a radius, but a diameter of 13 inches. Users are confused by the letter R. They believe that this is a radius, although in fact it is a designation of the type of tire. For bias-ply tires there will be a letter D. This type of tire is practically not produced and is extremely rare.

A narrower tire with a profile width of 160 or 155 does not guarantee a reliable fit on the hump, will have a strong curvature of the sidewall and, as a result, will be dangerous to ride on. The same goes for wider tires.

You can install tires with a large width only if the VAZ 2114 wheel size is larger.

The best winter studded tires for VAZ 2114

Studded tires help out the driver on a slippery road covered with ice.

The models presented below are distinguished by reliable installation of spikes, strength and elasticity of the material.

Viatti Brina Nordico V-522

Description of the tire. This model retains the pattern of friction rubber produced by a domestic company. The presence of a large number of contact blocks determines the reliable movement of the car along a snowy road.

The studs located in the shoulder areas of the asymmetrical tread help when driving on icy roads.

The wavy lamellas running along the entire profile support the car due to their dense edges that cling to the road surface.

The stability of the car when changing lanes and on turns is ensured by the wide checkers of the outer blocks. The grooves located between them are responsible for drainage and improve braking quality.

Pros of Viatti Brina Nordico V-522

1. Safe movement on water and loose snow.
2. Low noise level for studded tires.
3. Confidently gets out of small snowdrifts.
4. Good price.
5. Predictable control.

Cons of Viatti Brina Nordico V-522

1. Rolling on the asphalt.

Kama-Euro-519

Description of the tire. The optimized arrangement of studs on the tread makes it possible to hold the car on slippery roads in various driving modes.

The base of the stud is fixed in a dense lower layer of rubber compound, which ensures its long operation. The upper soft material is in reliable contact with the highway surface.

The presence of natural rubber in the compound guarantees the tire's performance at low temperatures.

The directional V-shaped pattern helps maintain directional stability when driving and makes vehicle handling predictable.

The lamellas, which are scattered in large quantities throughout the contact blocks, are responsible for the quality of grip on winter surfaces.

Wide recesses between the checkers of the edge zones are used to remove snow and slush from the contact point between the tire and the road. They also contribute to good cross-country ability on snow-covered roads.

Pros of Kama-Euro-519

1. Good grip quality.
2. Cross-country ability is excellent.
3. Low cost.
4. It rides confidently on the track.
5. Normal braking.
6. Normal behavior on ice.

Cons of Kama-Euro-519

1. Need a break-in.
2. Rolliness appears at near-zero temperatures.

The quality of the model is comparable to its cost, which is what drivers say about these tires.

Body geometry

Many owners of the 14th model, driving a car for many years, do not even suspect how important the correct body geometry can be. But, in reality, this is the most important factor on which the performance and driving characteristics of the car depend. Without knowing what the overall body geometry is, there will be no way to check it. In addition, it will be useful to know what affects the violation of geometry dimensions, in what cases it changes, etc.

Geometry and what it is

In the automotive industry, geometry is usually called the “integrity” of dimensions between the main points of the body, standardly installed by the manufacturer. This is the most perfect position of all elements. If any discrepancy is observed, the operation of the components and mechanisms will no longer move in the right direction, since they are attached directly to various body parts. Needless to say, this will have an extremely negative impact on security.

The word body geometry on hatchbacks usually means the following distances:

• Between certain points of doorways (diagonals, height and width);
• Between the points of the hood and engine compartment.

On sedans, these indicators are supplemented by the standard trunk dimensions for the VAZ 2114.

Experts call the most important distances between control points of body parts associated with components and mechanisms of the chassis system. For example, these are the distances between the spars or glasses.

The accuracy of geometric dimensions will have a positive effect on additional parameters that are no less important in terms of increasing the convenience of driving characteristics and their safety. How does a geometry violation occur?

Dimensions of tires and wheels on VAZ 2114 - required pressure

Below we will consider all possible sizes of tires and wheels on the VAZ 2114, as well as the required pressure.

Dimensions of tires and wheels on LADA VAZ 2114 (2001 - 2013) - required pressure

Main characteristics:

• Hub center hole diameter: 58.6 mm.
• Thread and thread pitch: M12 x 1.25.
• Fastening type: Bolt.

What discs are best to buy?

Now let's consider the following question - which wheels are suitable for the VAZ 2114. The answer to it has already been partially given above - wheels with radii of 13, 14 and 15 inches can be installed on this model.

As for the materials from which they can be made, the most common options are:

• stamped;
• cast;
• forged.

The first discs are the cheapest, made from steel sheet using the stamping method (as is clear from the name). Their advantages include low price, very long service life, high reliability (they do not burst upon a sharp impact, but can only become deformed), and maintainability.

True, despite all this, many car enthusiasts try to purchase wheels of other types. This is due to the very high weight of the stamped “rollers” - it has a very negative effect on tire wear, fuel consumption, the overall handling of the vehicle, and also produces excessive load on the chassis. In addition, stamped wheels often look unsightly and are practically unsuitable for tuning.

Stamped discs

The second option is discs made by casting.

They have the following advantages:

• small weight;
• have a positive effect on reducing fuel consumption;
• have a positive effect on the wear resistance of machine components;
• have a positive effect on less tire wear;
• better cooling of the braking system;
• They come in a wide variety of shapes and styles, making them an ideal option for upgrading your favorite car.

Alloy wheels

True, they also have two serious drawbacks - a rather high price and greater fragility when impacted (in the event of a strong collision with an obstacle, they can simply crack, which makes them less safe than other types of disks).

Forged wheels

The last option is forged wheels. They combine all the positive aspects of stamped and cast wheels, and have only one drawback - a very high price (which is significantly higher than that of cast wheels). True, if it is possible to install them on your car, then they will become the best option of all possible and will last for many years.

The body of the fourteenth model and its features

The fourteenth model can be said to belong to a new class of Russian cars, being as close as possible to foreign cars. At the same time, the VAZ 2114 still remains a people's car. However, if desired, the car owner can tune the car, easily turning it into a stylish sports car that has sweeping body lines and a modern body kit.

The body of this car brand is worth considering separately, since it has a very successful design solution. By analogy with other VAZ models, reliable bolted or welded connections are used to connect body parts. The entire body, including the most inaccessible places, is carefully treated with anticorrosive.

This fact does not exclude the need for additional processing, which is guaranteed to provide the body elements with additional resistance and durability.

The main difference between the VAZ 2114 body is its faceted shape. It is this that gives the model an attractive appearance. But there is also a drawback - corrosion processes more often affect hollow spaces in the frame. In this regard, we can highlight the front pillars, which suffer quite often in cars of the fourteenth model.