Plus the 1980s rally fan-base was massive and many of them stayed with the sport after being hooked by the Gr B cars, even after they were banned.
I'm afraid that Kankkunen doesn't take one fact into account. Back in the 80s there was a great enthusiasm for cars, they were considered cool, and manufacturers were joining motorsport willingly....
Don't be sorry. It was very interesting to read your post. And Vaher's drive was very impressive. Shame about the penalty. Good luck to him! I'm surprised that the first round of the Portuguese...
Rally2 cars and WRC27 will be monsters in hands of top drivers, since the stakes will be high and it will be exciting. Maybe event or two and we probably won't see any difference. Also there is a...

Still clinging on to that hope Jarek?
WRC mainclass from 2027