Quote Originally Posted by Mintexmemory View Post
It would be heavier if fitted with a more robust suspension and stronger components (wheels, say) - so maybe the very good driver is benefiting from that and is actually around the same level as Neuville and Ogier?
Sure, but the Toyota in 2017 was an absolute tank and still managed to take maximum points in it's second rally. Toyota must have really overdone it in the diet department, but considering how well the car looks to handle, and how strong their engine is, I reckon they could take the extra weight penatly of donning it in some stronger armor.

That said, I believe Tanak is something else. He's pulled times thought impossible on various occasions on single rallies, be it from the front of the starters or with a damaged power steering or whatever. He's really, really, reeeeeally good.