Headlights are brighter because when you are behind them, it's a game changer. The road visibility is so much better now, I still remember the dull yellowish lights I had on my first car (1970s model) and realize I was more driving by feel. But in front of those headlights it's a pain.

Then there's the height of the hood, headlights are so much higher than they used to on average. Amplifies that pain.