I think you've missed the point. Granted the graphics are better now then they were, but you cant compare that. Thats like comparing the Mario Bros Games now vs then. You have to look at the whole picture.
At the time GTA was almost a new breed in gaming, unfortunately now its just rehashed and isnt the same game.
Though some of you may not be old enough to remember the old games
Now we are stepping way back, but you got a valid point