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.

That was the case, when you were the only one having them. Now you see less, because everyone has them.