195/75R14 vs 185/80R14
185/80R14 compared with 195/75R14
+0.5% diameter, −0.4" width
185/80R14 is 25.65" tall vs 25.52". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 195/75R14 and you fit 185/80R14, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.1 mph | +0.1 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.2 mph | +0.2 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.2 mph | +0.2 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.3 mph | +0.3 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.3 mph | +0.3 mph |
| 65 mph | 65.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 70 mph | 70.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 75 mph | 75.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 80 mph | 80.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 195/75R14 or 185/80R14?
- 185/80R14 is taller by 0.14 inches (25.65" vs 25.52"). 195/75R14 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 195/75R14 with 185/80R14?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +0.5%, 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 185/80R14 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 185/80R14 fitted (calibrated for 195/75R14), your real speed is 60.3 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 0.5%.
- Will 185/80R14 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.07 inches of ground clearance at the axle.