145/80R13 vs 145/85R13
145/85R13 compared with 145/80R13
+2.6% diameter, 0.0" width
145/85R13 is 22.70" tall vs 22.13". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 145/80R13 and you fit 145/85R13, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.8 mph | +0.8 mph |
| 40 mph | 41.0 mph | +1.0 mph |
| 50 mph | 51.3 mph | +1.3 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.5 mph | +1.5 mph |
| 65 mph | 66.7 mph | +1.7 mph |
| 70 mph | 71.8 mph | +1.8 mph |
| 75 mph | 76.9 mph | +1.9 mph |
| 80 mph | 82.1 mph | +2.1 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 145/80R13 or 145/85R13?
- 145/85R13 is taller by 0.57 inches (22.70" vs 22.13"). 145/80R13 is the same width.
- Can I replace 145/80R13 with 145/85R13?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +2.6%, inside the 3% rule of thumb most tire shops use. Check that the wider or taller tire clears your suspension and fenders, and that its load index meets your placard.
- How much will 145/85R13 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 145/85R13 fitted (calibrated for 145/80R13), your real speed is 61.5 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 2.6%.
- Will 145/85R13 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.29 inches of ground clearance at the axle.