COLD MEETING
The day was not going well in the morning. Having arrived safely at the training ground in the editorial “Lanos”, I waited for quite a long time for a colleague with a brand new “Chance”. The problem is not his: in the cold, the car transporter, which was supposed to deliver a commercial vehicle without license plates, did not start right away. The cold “Chance”, fortunately, came to life, but at first it drove off, howling with its engine and transmission. Will it start on the next frosty morning?.. For now, let’s look through the description of the most expensive SX configuration. The instructions were funny. Try to understand from the message “power steering” what kind of power steering is there. “Front electric window regulator.” One? We checked - of course, two. “The speakers are two in the front and standard in the back.” Ahead, no less, are subfuvers... But here are the most interesting and absolutely clear data: the price of the car is 270 thousand rubles, and for a modification with a 1.3 liter engine (there is also a 1.5 liter one) this is the maximum!
Externally, the Lanos and Chance sedans are twins, the only difference being the shape of the lights and the inscriptions on the trunk lid. There are more differences inside. It’s not easy to get behind the wheel of a Chevrolet while maintaining a proud posture: the seat is too low. However, it is comfortable to sit in. But the interior is uncomfortable - everything seems to be in place, but there is clearly a lack of at least some decor. The only thing pleasing to the eye is the silver trim on the top of the panel.
It’s easier to get comfortable in the Zaporozhye “Chance”: the chair here is installed higher. This advantage turned into a disadvantage. The large steering wheel, not the best shape, covers the entire upper part of the dashboard - the instruments are not visible. There are no seat height adjustments. The rear sofa is comfortable both in terms of rigidity and backrest angle. The trunk is quite roomy, the same in configuration and volume as that of a Chevrolet.
CADET AND COSSACK
Overboard minus thirty. However, the cars started up in the morning, synchronously reporting this by whistling bearings. True, the “Lanos” has already run more than 60 thousand, and the “Chance” odometer still doesn’t have 30 kilometers. While driving out onto the test track, the Zaporozhye newcomer shamefully stalled several times. You need to get used to the operation of the clutch and the characteristics of the engine: the gear ratio of the first gear is poorly chosen. To get going, the 1.3-liter Melitopol engine had to be turned, allowing the clutch to slip. But then the “dvigun” (as it is written on the sign under the hood - it reads “dvygun”, this is in Ukrainian) rehabilitated itself: it accelerated the car quite cheerfully, allowing it to maintain a quite energetic pace. Perhaps the only annoying thing was the narrow traction range - I had to change gears that were still too tight more often. And yet, compared to the newcomer, the Lanos with a 1.5-liter engine that served in Opel’s “cadets” almost seems like a sports car. This one will not stall at the start, and the confident traction allows you to reach for the gearbox lever less often. Otherwise, the cars are difficult to distinguish. Moderately comfortable suspension, tolerable power steering performance; I could call the brakes quite good if not for the lack of ABS.
ZAZ Chance, although not flawless, is ready to take up the banner of a worthy and affordable car, which Chevrolet Lanos once raised.
Having driven a lot on snow-covered paths, I compared the cars on dry and clean asphalt. We didn’t intend to accelerate our opponents to maximum speed; it was more interesting to evaluate the dynamics and noise at a speed of about 100 km/h. On the “Chance”, up to 60 km/h, the main noise was created by the wheels and the whistle of the wind, and with increasing speed the engine drowns out everything with a drawn-out, heart-breaking roar.
“Lanos” accelerates much more readily, reaching the 100 mark much earlier. The motor here is much quieter; The basis of the acoustic background is aerodynamic noise and the rustling of studded tires.
Concluding the acquaintance, I remembered the advertising slogan of the Chevrolet Lanos: “Everything you need from a car, and nothing extra.” Perhaps this is so - an unpretentious car fully corresponds to this motto: moderately comfortable, moderately powerful and, most importantly, inexpensive.
What about “Chance”? In general, the “translation into Ukrainian” did not spoil the successful model. In addition, he made it more accessible. But for this class, price is the most important argument that compensates for minor shortcomings.
“Forza” is the latest in our company - in its historical homeland, in China, there are three years ago, the design project was carried out by Italians. It turned out original and modern.
But. As often happens with the Chinese, the candy wrapper is beautiful, but the taste is so-so. And the aroma too: as soon as you open the door, a phenolic scent hits your nose. I sit down. For some reason, the skinny steering wheel is turned slightly in relation to the panel in front of it. I sit high, my head almost touching the ceiling. The flow distribution knob rotates reluctantly, the air conditioner blows mediocrely. Having looked into the glove compartment, I can no longer close it; the latch on one side does not want to go into the groove. The fifth door also does not slam shut properly - the shelf that rose with it does not fit into its intended place. Everything was skewed, floating away and moving away. I set off in the appropriate mood.
The Forza starts quite easily, the gearbox works well, the pedals are light and informative. This is good, because you will have to work with the lever often: the 1.5-liter engine feels like it. later supported by measurements, does not fulfill the passport 109 hp.
Accelerating to hundreds is boredom, which is diluted by a humming transmission like a trolleybus. Stretched gears force the engine to turn until it twitches spasmodically at the limiter. Elasticity is also no good: especially hard, with senile shortness of breath, the car trudges from 80 to 100 km/h in fifth gear.
At speed, the Forza sings with the wind in the mirrors, clicks some relays in the depths of the Torpedo, the suspension loudly thumps even on the middle hole. The chassis is a surprise - this was clear even before the races along the mountain road of the training ground. “Look at this!” - a colleague calls me and shakes the stern: the Forza is sinking a good 70 mm. as if it had shock absorbers and springs from a fountain pen. However, this does not happen with the front axle. So you’re driving a car with two fundamentally different suspensions. First, the front end shudders violently on a bump; after a moment, the rear suspension responds with several swaying movements with a frightening amplitude. And if it’s sharper and in a turn?
For the time being, the Forza tilts, but still somehow holds onto the asphalt. But in an instant everything changes: the rear end goes into a skid, and what a skid! Maybe you need to load the car like a pickup truck with springs. new suspension, and then everything will change? Don't get your hopes up. “Forza” only sags to the point of indecency. But the Forza already has a modest ground clearance: only 130 mm (according to our frame measurements) separates the exhaust system from the asphalt. By the way, there is no protection for the engine compartment.
Our acquaintance with him was somehow sad, but I want to say goodbye on a positive note. Look into the trunk: you can load it for a long time and with pleasure. You'll have to look for such a huge volume and a hefty opening of the fifth door! Perhaps this is the only real bonus that the buyer will receive.
IF I WERE PRIME MINER
The phrase “yellow Kalina” has recently become folklore: who hasn’t watched reports about the exciting run of the Russian Prime Minister along the Chita-Khabarovsk highway! And on the Internet you can admire its two copies, which traveled on car transporters after the first Kalina. Just in case there is a fire... I remember a television story in which the prime minister discussed the features of navigation and the car in general with a passenger journalist while driving. The conversation, in general, is crafty: how to seriously evaluate a specially assembled car? If only he could have ours, a commercial copy!
I slam the door behind me and look around. Decent seats with a decent range of movement, tilt-adjustable steering wheel, excellent visibility... Not a bad start! But as soon as you start the engine, the idyll crumbles. The Lada vibrates from the steering wheel to the pedals. Moreover, the nature of the itching changes with engine speed. The car driving into the huge garage of the landfill is easy to recognize. not yet seeing: the cooling system fan hums like an industrial air conditioner, drowning out even the rumble of the exhaust. Maybe this is the “Sport” package, like the Prime Minister? “No, the Kalinas are all so loud,” the manager of the car dealership where we bought the Lada waves his hand.
It was possible to revive the on-board computer. by disconnecting the negative terminal from the battery. The next day everything happened again. Do you remember that Zhiguli cars used to have a light bulb under the hood? Taking care of the buyer: so that even at night it would be more convenient for him to carry out repairs in the middle of the highway. There is no light bulb in Kalina. but you still have to look into the engine compartment of a car with a mileage of 100 km. By the way, in our car something was leaking under the feet of the front passenger. Either the water after washing found a hole, or condensation from the air conditioner. No luck with the copy - of course, thousands of fans will say...
As it moves, the Lada slaps loudly over asphalt scars, slams gravel over the arches, itches with the transmission and creaks with plastic - what an interview! But the car handles big bumps with dignity. At high speed, the handling was alarming: the steering wheel, which is too light and empty in the near-zero zone, does not allow you to accurately follow the intended trajectory. In fast turns it’s even worse: with four turns from lock to lock, it’s better to immediately forget about sporty driving. It's a shame, because the suspension potential is not bad. “Kalina” predictably dives into a turn when the gas is released and tends to the outside with excess traction without unnecessary nervousness.
We liked the sixteen-valve engine. It pulls well from idle, has good elasticity and allows you to get away from both competitors at a traffic light. But that's if you're lucky and you get into the program! The disgusting selectivity of the tight mechanism spoils the whole mali... excuse me, viburnum. The rear one is also plugged in through a stump, which is probably why the alarm for turning it on emits such a sad minor ding-ding.
What trump cards does this beauty have, besides her appearance? Firstly, it is most convenient for four to travel in it, because even tall people can sit on the back sofa without any hesitation. Secondly, it's a good engine. Thirdly, rich equipment: air conditioning, navigation.
NO CHANCE?
No wonder Lanos (or Chevrolet Lanos) has long conquered the taxi market (and even in Russia, the pros love this model!) - a sure sign of an unpretentious, easy-to-maintain and practical car.
There is no Chinese plastic amber or crooked panels in Lanos. Yes, and “Kalina” with its trembling and front windows that do not hide completely in the door will find something to envy. Finally, I drive a harmonious (of course, adjusted for the price) car. The pedals are moderately short-travel. you don’t have to look for a gear, and the steering wheel is full of rich feedback from the good old hydraulic booster.
Yes, Lanos is not fast and is inferior to Lada in dynamics. Its simple eight-valve engine gently rests against the limiter at just 5700 rpm and does not pretend to perform any feats. However, in terms of elasticity it is only slightly worse, although it is inferior to the Russian car in power of 12 hp. Well, he puts the Forza on his shoulder blades easily and naturally. The main thing is not to force it to go hard, at 1000 rpm. otherwise the Lanos will hesitate. like a carburetor.
Everything is fine with handling: ZAZ is predictable and understandable. Now he starts squealing his tires and floats out of the turn; just a little more and he'll be blown away. This is true. But a slight correction with the steering wheel and gas corrects the situation.
The plastic in “Chance” remains proudly silent, but the test copy has already run more than 10,000 km. And you can talk in it on the go without raising your voice. Aerodynamic noise is invisible, the body sound insulation is good. All this gives rise to a feeling of trust in the car, confidence in its reliability. I want and can drive it for a long time, without suffering from back pain and the desire to get to my destination as quickly as possible.
Is everything really that good? Unfortunately no. “Chance” turned out to be an outsider in such an important discipline as braking. Even in the most complete configuration, the ZAZ is not equipped with ABS, which resulted in a braking distance of 48.2 m from 100 km/h - almost a body length longer than that of the second-place Lada. The “Chinese Emigrant” also showed more optimistic results, although the performance of the ABS was surprising: the wheels blocked too zealously and for a long time. They will feel another puncture of “Chance”. who will be seated in the second row. The car puts pressure on your knees, feet, and heads. The steering wheel is not height adjustable either.
But still. Having added up the points, we state: victory in the test remains his! Perhaps this is the first Zaporozhets in my life that I wouldn’t mind rolling into my garage.
COLD MEETING
The day was not going well in the morning. Having arrived safely at the training ground in the editorial “Lanos”, I waited for quite a long time for a colleague with a brand new “Chance”. The problem is not his: in the cold, the car transporter, which was supposed to deliver a commercial vehicle without license plates, did not start right away. The cold “Chance”, fortunately, came to life, but at first it drove off, howling with its engine and transmission. Will it start on the next frosty morning?.. For now, let’s look through the description of the most expensive SX configuration. The instructions were funny. Try to understand from the message “power steering” what kind of power steering is there. “Front electric window regulator.” One? We checked - of course, two. “The speakers are two in the front and standard in the back.” Ahead, no less, are subfuvers... But here are the most interesting and absolutely clear data: the price of the car is 270 thousand rubles, and for a modification with a 1.3 liter engine (there is also a 1.5 liter one) this is the maximum!
Externally, the Lanos and Chance sedans are twins, the only difference being the shape of the lights and the inscriptions on the trunk lid. There are more differences inside. It’s not easy to get behind the wheel of a Chevrolet while maintaining a proud posture: the seat is too low. However, it is comfortable to sit in. But the interior is uncomfortable - everything seems to be in place, but there is clearly a lack of at least some decor. The only thing pleasing to the eye is the silver trim on the top of the panel.
It’s easier to get comfortable in the Zaporozhye “Chance”: the chair here is installed higher. This advantage turned into a disadvantage. The large steering wheel, not the best shape, covers the entire upper part of the dashboard - the instruments are not visible. There are no seat height adjustments. The rear sofa is comfortable both in terms of rigidity and backrest angle. The trunk is quite roomy, the same in configuration and volume as that of a Chevrolet.
CADET AND COSSACK
Overboard minus thirty. However, the cars started up in the morning, synchronously reporting this by whistling bearings. True, the “Lanos” has already run more than 60 thousand, and the “Chance” odometer still doesn’t have 30 kilometers. While driving out onto the test track, the Zaporozhye newcomer shamefully stalled several times. You need to get used to the operation of the clutch and the characteristics of the engine: the gear ratio of the first gear is poorly chosen. To get going, the 1.3-liter Melitopol engine had to be turned, allowing the clutch to slip. But then the “dvigun” (as it is written on the sign under the hood - it reads “dvygun”, this is in Ukrainian) rehabilitated itself: it accelerated the car quite cheerfully, allowing it to maintain a quite energetic pace. Perhaps the only annoying thing was the narrow traction range - I had to change gears that were still too tight more often. And yet, compared to the newcomer, the Lanos with a 1.5-liter engine that served in Opel’s “cadets” almost seems like a sports car. This one will not stall at the start, and the confident traction allows you to reach for the gearbox lever less often. Otherwise, the cars are difficult to distinguish. Moderately comfortable suspension, tolerable power steering performance; I could call the brakes quite good if not for the lack of ABS.
ZAZ Chance, although not flawless, is ready to take up the banner of a worthy and affordable car, which Chevrolet Lanos once raised.
Having driven a lot on snow-covered paths, I compared the cars on dry and clean asphalt. We didn’t intend to accelerate our opponents to maximum speed; it was more interesting to evaluate the dynamics and noise at a speed of about 100 km/h. On the “Chance”, up to 60 km/h, the main noise was created by the wheels and the whistle of the wind, and with increasing speed the engine drowns out everything with a drawn-out, heart-breaking roar.
“Lanos” accelerates much more readily, reaching the 100 mark much earlier. The motor here is much quieter; The basis of the acoustic background is aerodynamic noise and the rustling of studded tires.
Concluding the acquaintance, I remembered the advertising slogan of the Chevrolet Lanos: “Everything you need from a car, and nothing extra.” Perhaps this is so - an unpretentious car fully corresponds to this motto: moderately comfortable, moderately powerful and, most importantly, inexpensive.
What about “Chance”? In general, the “translation into Ukrainian” did not spoil the successful model. In addition, he made it more accessible. But for this class, price is the most important argument that compensates for minor shortcomings.
Chevrolet Lanos and ZAZ Chance are the most common cars on Russian roads, competing in popularity with domestic Zhiguli cars. These car models look very similar to each other, but for some reason they have different names. Let's try to figure out how the Chevrolet Lanos differs from the ZAZ Chance and how significant these differences are.
Chevrolet Lanos
Chevrolet Lanos is known in our country as an inexpensive, people's car of class B. In the last decades, these cars have flooded domestic highways. Chevrolet Lanos received its name from the nameplate from the Chevrolet company. Initially, this Korean-assembled car was called Daewoo Lanos. This model was produced from 1997 to 2002. In 2002, General Motors Corporation absorbed Daewoo. As a result of this event, the car was slightly modified, equipped with a 1.5 liter engine and began to be produced under the Chevrolet brand.
Photos of Chevrolet Lanos
In 2003, the assembly of Chevrolet Lanos began to be carried out at the Zaporozhye Automobile Plant in Ukraine, and in 2005, a Ukrainian-assembled car appeared on the Russian car market. The popularity of Lanos in Russia is growing rapidly. This is explained by their availability to a wide range of the population, thanks to which the Chevrolet Lanos received the name of the people's car.
ZAZ Chance
In the summer of 2009, the contract concluded between General Motors and the Zaporozhye Automobile Plant expired. From now on, ZAZ loses the right to produce a car under the Chevrolet brand. The license to produce the car remains with the plant, but now the Chevrolet Lanos nameplate is changed to ZAZ Chance and the production of cars under the ZAZ brand begins. In addition to this model with an engine capacity of 1.5 liters, the plant is launching production of the Sens model, which is very similar in appearance to the ZAZ Chance, but with a volume of 1.3 liters.
The difference between Chevrolet Lanos and ZAZ Chance
When comparing Chevrolet Lanos and ZAZ Chance, it can be determined that there is no significant difference between these models. They have the same engine size. Chance uses a Korean-made gearbox and engine, although Romanian ones were installed in Lanos. In 2006, the plant in Romania that produced Daewoo Lanos was liquidated, and since that time only Korean spare parts have been used. In fact, there are no special changes in the engine. The differences between Chance and Lanos of the Chevrolet brand include the use of thinner iron on the body, Russian-made relays and sensors, and an MP-140 controller with insufficiently reliable firmware. Thus, although the names of the cars are different, in essence the Chevrolet Lanos and ZAZ Chance are completely similar.
Chance 1.3 what is called Sens, is a completely Ukrainian-made and assembled machine. This model uses a MeMz type gearbox and motor, which are still used in Tavria. Despite the fact that Chance 1.5 and Chance 1.3 (Sens) are very similar in appearance, their gearboxes are different, which must be taken into account when selecting spare parts for repairs. You can check with the manufacturer about the vehicle equipment.
The difference between Chevrolet Lanos and ZAZ Chance is as follows:
- Chevrolet Lanos were produced until 2009; in the summer of this year, production of similar cars called ZAZ Chance 1.5 began.
- The difference in cars lies in the nameplate and production date.
- Sens 1.3 or Chance 1.3 differs from Lanos in engine size. He is similar to Chance only in body. The gearbox and engine in Sens are made in Ukraine.
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Zaz Chance is a budget car with front-wheel drive. It is produced by the Zaporozhye Automobile Plant (ZAZ). Buyers can choose between a sedan and a hatchback. The car received this name for the Russian consumer. Ukrainian buyers know it under the name ZAZ Lanos. The car is also popular as Chevrolet Lanos and Daewoo Lanos. In its homeland, Ukraine, Lanos is the undisputed leader in sales, and has been for the last five years. The history of the model dates back to 1997. The entire ZAZ model range.
Appearance
Since 2009, the ZAZ Chance model has become available to Russians. Over the years, the car has not undergone big changes. If we take modern standards, then, of course, Chance’s appearance is a little boring. The model received rounded body shapes, which in style match the drop-like front and rear headlights.
The appearance has stepped forward, making the ZAZ a more modern car. Body made of solid metal, load-bearing type. It looks nice, and the fit of body parts and panels is at a good level. The 17 mm ground clearance allows you to easily “swallow” light holes and potholes. The set includes small wheels R13-R14.
Interior
ZAZ Chance purchased slightly different chairs. The seats now have lateral support. But the steering wheel still does not have any adjustments for reach or height. Objectively speaking, there is not much free space in the car and therefore tall people may not be very comfortable both behind the wheel and in the passenger seats.
The entire front panel is made of hard plastic, as is the casing of the front cards. The panel is cast from a monolithic piece, which eliminates any squeaks that are absent even on used cars. The base version has manually adjustable mirrors and no power windows. Going to the rear seats, you will notice that it is a bit cramped both in height and in the knees.
But two people of average height and size will feel quite comfortable. The driver's seat is not adjustable in height, but only in length. The controls have received their logical placement. We were pleased with the additional air ducts for the rear passengers, which undoubtedly gives it a compliment.
Although the trunk is not one of the largest in the class, like, for example,