GRID 5 – early 90s

FACTS FROM THE PAST

The Group C era at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the early 1990s was a high point for endurance racing, defined by intense competition, technological innovation, and iconic cars. Introduced in 1982, the Group C regulations emphasized fuel efficiency and performance, leading to a golden age of sports car racing. Mazda’s 1991 victory with the rotary-powered 787B marked a historic triumph, the first and only for the Japanese manufacturer. Meanwhile, Peugeot’s 905 and Jaguar’s XJR-14 showcased advanced aerodynamics and engineering. The era, however, waned by 1993 due to rising costs and regulatory shifts, but it left a legacy of legendary cars and unforgettable races at Le Mans

Jaguar XJR-14

Ford Cosworth HB V8, 3.5 L

Mazda 787B

Mazda R26B four-rotor engine, 2.6 L nominal displacement

Nissan R90CK

Nissan VRH35Z twin-turbo V8, 3.5 L

Peugeot 905

Peugeot V10, 3.5 L

Porsche 962C

Porsche WSC twin-turbo flat-six, 3.0 L

Sauber-Mercedes C11

Mercedes-Benz M119 twin-turbo V8, 5.0 L