This question is more of a psychological question; it deals with your state of mind. Some people will prefer living in the past than in the present because, in the past, there was a lot less competition and evil in society. In the past, there was a lot less pressure like the technology pressure where everyone wants the latest phone, the latest car, and the luxury of life.
However, living in the present might have all these challenges, but this technology makes life easier, moving from one place to another has been a lot easier, sharing information has been faster, trade between countries is now easier with less barrier. Living in the past and living in the present both have their own advantages and disadvantages.