175/75R14 vs 175/80R14
175/80R14 compared with 175/75R14
+2.8% diameter, 0.0" width
175/80R14 is 25.02" tall vs 24.33". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 175/75R14 and you fit 175/80R14, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.8 mph | +0.8 mph |
| 40 mph | 41.1 mph | +1.1 mph |
| 50 mph | 51.4 mph | +1.4 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.7 mph | +1.7 mph |
| 65 mph | 66.8 mph | +1.8 mph |
| 70 mph | 72.0 mph | +2.0 mph |
| 75 mph | 77.1 mph | +2.1 mph |
| 80 mph | 82.3 mph | +2.3 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 175/75R14 or 175/80R14?
- 175/80R14 is taller by 0.69 inches (25.02" vs 24.33"). 175/75R14 is the same width.
- Can I replace 175/75R14 with 175/80R14?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +2.8%, 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 175/80R14 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 175/80R14 fitted (calibrated for 175/75R14), your real speed is 61.7 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 2.8%.
- Will 175/80R14 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.34 inches of ground clearance at the axle.