Japan vs Japan — 2012 vs 1990
| 86 / Scion FR-S | Land Cruiser 80 Series VX | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 205 hp | 215 hp |
| Torque | 156 lb-ft | — |
| Engine Size | 1,998 cc | 4,477 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 140 mph | — |
| ¼ Mile | 14.8 sec | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Length | 4,240 mm | 4,820 mm |
| Value (Excellent) | $28,000 | $80,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 2/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2012 Toyota 86 / Scion FR-S brings better value to the table, and the 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series VX answers with its own distinct appeal. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Toyota has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 2012 Toyota 86 / Scion FR-S with the 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series VX highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 2012 Toyota 86 / Scion FR-S producing 205 hp and the 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series VX delivering 215 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Toyota 86 uses a Flat-4 DOHC 16V displacing 1,998 cc, while the Toyota Land Cruiser relies on a Inline-6 with 4,477 cc. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.