175/85R14 vs 195/80R14
195/80R14 compared with 175/85R14
+2.2% diameter, +0.8" width
195/80R14 is 26.28" tall vs 25.71". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 175/85R14 and you fit 195/80R14, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.7 mph | +0.7 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.9 mph | +0.9 mph |
| 50 mph | 51.1 mph | +1.1 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.3 mph | +1.3 mph |
| 65 mph | 66.4 mph | +1.4 mph |
| 70 mph | 71.6 mph | +1.6 mph |
| 75 mph | 76.7 mph | +1.7 mph |
| 80 mph | 81.8 mph | +1.8 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 175/85R14 or 195/80R14?
- 195/80R14 is taller by 0.57 inches (26.28" vs 25.71"). 195/80R14 is wider by 0.79 inches.
- Can I replace 175/85R14 with 195/80R14?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +2.2%, 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 195/80R14 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 195/80R14 fitted (calibrated for 175/85R14), your real speed is 61.3 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 2.2%.
- Will 195/80R14 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.29 inches of ground clearance at the axle.