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Old 09-10-2012, 02:13 PM   #55
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I still don't understand how Toyota managed to make this car bigger than the old 86 with less useable interior space? I could fit 3 passengers plus their gear and go camping for a weekend, and then hit the autocross course a week later. I could fit my mountain bike or a full set of wheels and still fit a passenger in the back (60/40 split rear)!

Fairly simple to explain. Most comprimise of space/volume comes from more airbags and crash protection. Include a few extra electronica/gadgets to package and, ta-da! Medium car, no space. Same with the Z car, especially 350z vs. 240z

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