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Maybe this will finally dispel the myth about older cars being safer in these sorts of collisions because they were built like "tanks".
by 83457 17y ago
Maybe this will finally dispel the myth about older cars being safer in these sorts of collisions because they were built like "tanks".
- phsr 17y agoThis doesn't change the fact that I still want a 1969 Chevelle SS. :-) Also, I love the window title "Default Viral Title Player"
- Retric 17y agoYep, for more info: http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/26/pics-aplenty-iihs-reveals-before-and-after-of-malibu-bel-air-cr/ http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/26/pics-aplenty-iihs-reveals... The after pictures clearly show why the 1959 car kills you, while the 2009 let's you live. PS: "The dummy's head struck the steering wheel rim and hub and then the roof and unpadded metal instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.... The windshield was completely dislodged from the car and the driver door opened during the crash, both presenting a risk of ejection. In addition, the front bench seat was torn away from the floor on the driver side." Ouch.... an instant death according to the IIHS. And the '09 Malibu? "A high acceleration was recorded on the left foot, indicating that foot injuries would be possible. http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/17/video-iihs-celebrates-50th-anniversary-by-crashing-modern-malib/ http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/17/video-iihs-celebrates-50t...
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