That automaker was Toyota, and the car it used to build its reputation was the Land Cruiser. But what many won't know is that the Land Cruiser was a Willys Jeep copycat that spawned an iconic legacy.

The Ford Bronco Raptor is rated to tow up to 4,500 pounds, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon up to 3,500 pounds, and Toyota reports its new body-on-frame 2025 4Runner will be rated up to 6,000 pounds ...