History 1990s

1993 Network Q RAC Rally (Great Britain)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 1993 Network Q RAC Rally (Great Britain)

Date: November 21–24, 1993

Start Location: Birmingham, England

Finish Location: Chester, England

Total Distance: 324.00 km of special stages

Surface: Gravel

The 1993 RAC Rally was the season finale and a decisive event in the championship fight. Featuring rapid-fire forest stages across England and Wales, the rally was held in damp, foggy conditions that demanded supreme focus and car control. Juha Kankkunen, needing a strong result to clinch the title, drove a near-perfect event. With Nicky Grist calling the notes, the Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD stayed planted and fast through the mist-covered tracks, delivering the win and securing Kankkunen’s fourth world championship crown.

Route

Kielder and Dalby Forests: Slick gravel with scattered leaves—traction was unpredictable and corner entry required commitment.
Sweet Lamb and Hafren: Rolling hills and elevation shifts with fog and patchy light—co-driver timing was crucial in poor visibility.
Clocaenog and Dyfnant: Wet and narrow forest roads with ruts and mud pockets—drivers had to balance aggression with care.

The RAC’s famous gravel stages spanned multiple forest complexes with minimal service breaks and frequent weather shifts:

Intermittent rain and dense morning fog made some stages feel like night runs, even in daylight—Kankkunen kept his cool and managed the conditions with championship-winning composure.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Juha Kankkunen & Nicky Grist · Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD
2nd Place
François Delecour & Daniel Grataloup · Ford Escort RS Cosworth
3rd Place
Armin Schwarz & Arne Hertz · Toyota Celica Turbo 4WD

Kankkunen’s victory under pressure demonstrated his championship mettle—combining raw speed, strategic thinking, and unmatched rally experience in the toughest of finales.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Fog and Rain: British weather created constant low visibility and slick braking zones—mental focus was tested at every corner.
  • Minimal Recce: RAC rules limited pace note use—co-driver memory and quick adaptation were critical to success.
  • Championship Pressure: Kankkunen needed the win to take the title—his flawless execution under pressure was a hallmark of a champion.

The 1993 Network Q RAC Rally capped off the season in spectacular fashion—Juha Kankkunen’s cool-headed victory sealed his legacy and brought another title home for Toyota.

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