I guess I look at it as the LC has always evolved over the years into something more premium that sat on top of Toyotas lineup. Best of the best parts and build.The new prado based land cruiser would be as big as 80 series and came with 9.5" rear diff and at least 8" front diff.
By your definition this would means 80 series is baby land cruiser too
I see this as a truck that has devolved, and believe that it is just going to be pieced together to try to satisfy the US market.
Believe me, I want nothing more than Toyota to prove me wrong but I have serious doubts. Their decisions are always based on what will make the most profit not what the LC owners want.