1997 is when side impact regulations were enacted - there hasn't been anything as dramatic since. Yeah, newer cars may have a few more airbags but feelings abo

1997 is when side impact regulations were enacted - there hasn't been anything as dramatic since. Yeah, newer cars may have a few more airbags but feelings about those things can go either way. Especially if you are a smaller person - airbags are probably more dangerous than a help.