History 1990s

1993 Rally Argentina (Argentina)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1993 Rally Argentina (Argentina)

Date: July 14–17, 1993

Start Location: Córdoba, Argentina

Finish Location: Córdoba, Argentina

Total Distance: 633.00 km of special stages

Surface: Gravel

The 1993 Rally Argentina delivered the traditional blend of fast gravel, water crossings, and high-altitude tests through the Sierras de Córdoba. In a surprise result, Gustavo Trelles of Uruguay, driving the seasoned Lancia Delta HF Integrale, took overall victory—becoming one of the few South American drivers to win a WRC event. Paired with Jorge del Buono, Trelles executed a steady and resilient drive, avoiding the pitfalls that took down quicker rivals and leveraging the Integrale’s reliability across four demanding days.

Route

Traslasierra Valley: Loose gravel and deep ruts tested tire wear and car stability at high speeds.
Pampa de Achala: High-altitude roads with thin air, fog, and technical sequences requiring perfect pacenotes.
Río Los Reartes: Multiple water crossings and rocky splash zones punished suspension setups and wheel alignment.

The route challenged drivers with a mix of wide, fast roads and twisty, rock-lined mountain passes:

Cool, dry weather helped reduce mechanical failures, but the rough road conditions still took a toll on many leading entries. Trelles’ smooth, error-free pace stood out in contrast.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Gustavo Trelles & Jorge del Buono · Lancia Delta HF Integrale
2nd Place
Jorge Recalde & Martin Christie · Ford Escort RS Cosworth
3rd Place
Armin Schwarz & Nicky Grist · Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD

Trelles’ win marked a rare South American triumph on home soil—his pace may not have been the fastest, but his strategy and composure delivered a famous victory.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Altitude Effects: Engine power loss and reduced braking performance at high elevation challenged even the best-prepped cars.
  • River Crossings: Timing through water stages was critical—drivers risked damage or drowning engines without care.
  • Road Degradation: Repeated passes through stages left deep ruts and exposed rocks—car preservation became the key to success.

The 1993 Rally Argentina proved that consistency can beat raw speed—Gustavo Trelles delivered a tactically brilliant win that remains one of South America’s proudest WRC moments.

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