History 1990s

1993 1000 Lakes Rally (Finland)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1993 1000 Lakes Rally (Finland)

Date: August 27–29, 1993

Start Location: Jyväskylä, Finland

Finish Location: Jyväskylä, Finland

Total Distance: 482.00 km of special stages

Surface: Gravel

Renowned for its blinding speed and massive jumps, the 1000 Lakes Rally is one of the crown jewels of rallying. In 1993, local hero Juha Kankkunen, partnered with co-driver Nicky Grist, stormed through the stages to a resounding victory. Piloting the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD, Kankkunen combined bravery, accuracy, and home soil knowledge to dominate on the flowing gravel roads of central Finland.

Route

Ouninpohja: Legendary for its undulating jumps and blind corners—precision and courage were critical.
Laukaa and Ruuhimäki: Wide gravel sweepers and long straights with abrupt crests tested throttle control and car balance.
Lankamaa and Urria: Natural flow through forested trails, requiring tight synchronization between driver and co-driver.

The Finnish stages were characterized by ultra-fast straights, rhythmic crests, and precision cornering through dense forests:

Clear skies and dry conditions made the roads fast but unforgiving—one mistake at these speeds often ended a rally. Kankkunen’s calm aggression set him apart from start to finish.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Juha Kankkunen & Nicky Grist · Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD
2nd Place
François Delecour & Daniel Grataloup · Ford Escort RS Cosworth
3rd Place
Ari Vatanen & Bruno Berglund · Subaru Legacy RS

Kankkunen’s home win further solidified his status among the all-time greats, as he powered Toyota toward a successful championship campaign with fearless consistency.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Jump Timing: Blind crests required perfect pacenotes and throttle modulation—mistakes were often catastrophic.
  • High-Speed Focus: With average speeds among the highest in the WRC, sustained concentration was non-negotiable.
  • Grip Management: Despite good surface conditions, the loose gravel demanded precise braking and corner entry technique.

The 1993 1000 Lakes Rally was a celebration of raw speed and Finnish rallying heritage—Juha Kankkunen’s dominant win was a defining moment in a season filled with classics.

← Previous Event 1993 Rally New Zealand (New Zealand)
Back to Events Index
1993 Rally Australia (Australia) Next Event →

Watch rallies anywhere — bypass region blocks with NordVPN.

Fast servers for HD streams Servers in 60+ countries 30-day money-back

Unblock coverage — Save up to 77% + 3 months free

Sponsored link. Using our partner links helps support Compromised Internals at no extra cost to you.