So the point of this thread is to have a conversation about buying power changes over the years. I like to watch a YouTube channel called Pete's S10 Page and I came across an interesting videos with some stats. This video is a "what's new" video about the 1997 S10. At about 6:38ish in the video they share a stat that interests me.
The 2.2 liter engine was extremely popular and for the 1996 model year it accounted for over 60% of the sales. So, what I'm asking is what's changed from then to now? Inflation included, are people just making more money and can afford the higher trims with the bigger engine? Did having toys become more affordable today than in the 90's? Or are companies just allowing for longer terms to allow people to buy something they really can't afford?
I was in 5th grade in 1997, so I truly don't know the answer but I know someone here will be able to share. Anyway...here's the video.
The 2.2 liter engine was extremely popular and for the 1996 model year it accounted for over 60% of the sales. So, what I'm asking is what's changed from then to now? Inflation included, are people just making more money and can afford the higher trims with the bigger engine? Did having toys become more affordable today than in the 90's? Or are companies just allowing for longer terms to allow people to buy something they really can't afford?
I was in 5th grade in 1997, so I truly don't know the answer but I know someone here will be able to share. Anyway...here's the video.