1991 Honda Tire Fitment Guide

1991 Honda vehicles use nine tire sizes across four models: 185/70R14 and 195/60R15 for Accord; 175/70R13, 165/70R13, and 185/60R14 for CRX; 175/70R13, 165/70R13, 185/60R14, 175/65R14, and 175/70R14 for Civic; and 185/70R13 plus 195/60R14 for Prelude. Those sizes mount on 13-, 14-, or 15-inch wheels depending on model and application. Where rim-width guidance is available, it ranges from 4.5 to 6.5 inches for 13-inch and 14-inch fitments and 5.5 to 7.0 inches for 195/60R15 products.

That means year and make alone are not enough for a confident tire choice on a 1991 Honda. Start by identifying the model, then verify the wheel diameter actually on the car, and finally compare the sidewall marking on the existing tire if it is still believed to be correct. Civic owners especially should double-check, since that model spans five different sizes.

On a 1991 Honda, 185/70R14 is a metric radial size. The 185 is the nominal section width in millimeters, 70 is the aspect ratio, the R identifies radial construction, and 14 is the wheel diameter in inches. In the 1991 Honda range, that size belongs to the Accord and uses a 14-inch wheel. Available examples include blackwall and wide whitewall radials, with H- and V-rated versions depending on the product chosen.

Reading the code correctly matters because it separates tire width, profile, construction, and wheel diameter in one line. A 185/70R14 cannot substitute casually for a 195/60R15 or a 185/60R14 just because the numbers look close. If your Accord already wears 14-inch wheels, this is the size family to investigate before comparing appearance and speed rating.

No, 1991 Honda models do not share one universal tire size. Accord uses 185/70R14 or 195/60R15, Prelude uses 185/70R13 or 195/60R14, CRX uses 165/70R13, 175/70R13, or 185/60R14, and Civic spans 165/70R13, 175/70R13, 175/65R14, 175/70R14, and 185/60R14. Civic and CRX overlap on several sizes, but Accord and Prelude have their own fitment paths tied to different wheel diameters.

The practical takeaway is simple: identify the exact model before selecting a tire, and do not assume a size from another 1991 Honda will transfer cleanly. Even when two models share a size, trim level and wheel choice still matter. Checking the wheel diameter first is the quickest way to narrow the field and avoid ordering the wrong size family.

1991 Honda tire choices include blackwall, wide whitewall, narrow whitewall, redline, and raised white letter sidewalls depending on size. 185/70R14 for Accord appears in blackwall and wide whitewall, 195/60R15 for Accord adds blackwall, wide whitewall, redline, and RWL, 175/70R14 for Civic comes in a narrow whitewall, and 185/70R13 for Prelude is available in blackwall, redline, and wide whitewall. Smaller shared CRX and Civic performance-oriented sizes such as 175/70R13 and 185/60R14 are represented here as blackwalls.

For a 1991 Honda, blackwall is usually the most natural visual fit if you want a stock late-1980s to early-1990s import look. Whitewalls and redlines can suit custom builds or a more distinctive period accessory style, but they change the character of the car noticeably. Choose the sidewall treatment after confirming the correct size, not before.

1991 Honda tire coverage comes from BFGoodrich, Avon, Dunlop, Michelin, and Travelstar. Accord sizes include BFGoodrich, Avon, Dunlop, and Michelin in 185/70R14, and BFGoodrich plus Michelin in 195/60R15. CRX and Civic shared 175/70R13 appears from Avon, while 185/60R14 appears from Michelin and 175/70R14 from Travelstar. Prelude’s 185/70R13 is available from BFGoodrich, Avon, and Dunlop, while 195/60R14 appears from Michelin.

Brand choice on a 1991 Honda often comes down to a mix of appearance, intended use, and how closely you want the tire’s personality to match the car. Some options lean toward a clean blackwall performance look, while others offer redline or whitewall styling that shifts the visual tone. Once the size is confirmed, compare the sidewall style and speed rating that best fit your goals.

For the 1991 Honda Accord in 195/60R15, BFGoodrich offers several visual treatments while Michelin takes a more modern blackwall approach. BFGoodrich appears in wide whitewall, redline, and raised white letter form, and the Radial T/A version carries an S speed rating with a 112 mph ceiling. Michelin Primacy 3 is a blackwall tubeless radial with a V speed rating and a 149 mph ceiling. Where rim-width guidance is given, both brands fit a 5.5- to 7.0-inch range.

That makes the decision less about basic fitment and more about the type of Accord you are building. A custom or retro-themed car may call for the BFGoodrich sidewall treatments, while a cleaner late-model appearance points toward the Michelin blackwall. Check the exact sidewall marking and speed rating on the product you prefer before making the final call.

Rim-width guidance varies by size on 1991 Honda applications. 185/70R14 fits rims from 4.5 to 6.5 inches depending on brand, 195/60R15 fits 5.5 to 7.0 inches, 175/70R13 fits 4.5 to 6.0 inches, 185/60R14 fits 5.0 to 6.0 inches, and 185/70R13 fits 4.5 to 6.5 inches depending on product. Sizes such as 165/70R13, 175/65R14, 175/70R14, and 195/60R14 do not all carry the same published rim-width range, so the tire itself should guide the final match.

Rim width affects section shape and how the tire sits on the wheel, so it is worth checking before ordering. A tire may have the correct wheel diameter but still want a narrower or wider rim than what is currently on the car. Match both diameter and acceptable rim-width range to the actual wheel for the cleanest setup.

Most 1991 Honda tire options here are radial passenger-car tires, and some are clearly marked TL for tubeless use, including Michelin choices in 185/70R14, 195/60R15, 185/60R14, and 195/60R14. Other products in the same overall size families do not always repeat a tube marking in the sidewall description, so tube status can vary by product rather than by size alone. No size in this 1991 Honda group is presented as universally tube-type.

If you are keeping original Honda wheels, the wheel’s condition matters just as much as the tire marking. Confirm whether the exact tire says TL, then inspect the wheel for corrosion, bead-seat damage, or repairs that could affect sealing. When any doubt remains, use the product’s sidewall marking and manufacturer guidance as the final authority.

A stored 1991 Honda should be kept in a cool, dry garage away from sunlight, electric motors, welders, battery chargers, and other ozone-producing equipment that can age rubber. Clean tires with mild soap and water only, keep them properly inflated, and move the car periodically so one contact patch does not bear the load for months at a time. Radials generally tolerate storage better than old bias-ply designs, but they still age from heat, ultraviolet exposure, and long static periods.

If the car will sit for an extended season, rolling it occasionally or placing it on stands can help reduce flat spotting and stress at the carcass. A breathable car cover and a clean floor also help. The goal is to protect both the rubber compound and the structure of the tire while the Honda is off the road.

On a collector or low-mileage 1991 Honda, tire age is usually more important than tread depth. A sensible rule is to begin evaluating tires closely once they are around five to seven years old and to treat ten years as the point where replacement deserves serious consideration regardless of remaining tread. The DOT date code on the sidewall tells you when a tire was manufactured, which is the clock that matters for aging.

Many older Hondas are driven lightly, so a tire can look usable while still being well past its safest service life. Sidewall cracks, hardening rubber, vibration, and pressure loss matter more than how much tread remains. If the date code and condition suggest age-related deterioration, replacement should move ahead of cosmetic restoration priorities.

Tires on a 1991 Honda should be inspected before every drive and again before any longer trip. Check inflation, look for sidewall cracking, cuts, bulges, embedded objects, uneven wear, and any sign that the tire has been driven while underinflated. On tubeless products, also inspect the valve stems and bead area for aging or leakage. A spare tire deserves the same attention, especially on a car that may still carry an older original-style spare.

Frequent inspection matters because collector cars often spend more time parked than driven, and storage-related aging can appear before tread wear does. A quick visual check before local use and a fuller inspection before highway travel can catch issues early. That habit is especially worthwhile on a 1991 Honda that has seen infrequent use or long seasonal storage.

Yes, 1991 Honda tires in these sizes can be suitable for highway driving when they are the correct size, in good condition, and used within their speed rating. Available ratings include T to 118 mph, H to 130 mph, S to 112 mph, and V to 149 mph depending on the exact tire and size. Those figures exceed normal U.S. highway speeds by a wide margin. On an older Honda, the broader condition of the car often matters just as much as the tire, including brakes, suspension, alignment, and wheel condition.

Highway safety is not just about the number molded into the sidewall. A tire with an adequate speed rating still needs proper inflation, sound age, and a wheel that seals correctly. Before regular freeway use, confirm the tire’s age, inspect for damage, and make sure the car tracks straight and stops properly at modern traffic speeds.

Inflation pressure on a 1991 Honda should start with the factory vehicle recommendation, then be checked against the tire’s own rated maximum where that figure is shown. Some examples here include 1201 pounds at 35 psi for 185/70R14, 1190 pounds at 35 psi for 195/60R15, and 1135 pounds at 35 psi for certain 185/70R13 products. Those are load-and-pressure limits for the tire itself, not a universal operating pressure for every 1991 Honda size.

Use the Honda placard or owner’s manual for the baseline running pressure on your exact model, then confirm that the tire you choose is appropriate for that use. Do not transfer a pressure figure from one size to another just because both are on 1991 Hondas. Pressure should match the car, the tire, and the way the vehicle is actually being driven.

Before a longer drive in a 1991 Honda, inspect all four tires and the spare for cracking, cuts, bulges, uneven wear, and proper inflation. Confirm that the sidewall size on the car matches the intended fitment for the model, and check valve stems, wheel condition, and tread depth as part of the tire inspection. If the tires are older, pay extra attention to age-related hardening or small weather cracks near the bead and sidewall.

A longer trip also calls for a broader mechanical once-over because tire confidence depends on the rest of the chassis. Verify alignment feel, brake response, wheel-bearing noise, and that the car tracks steadily at speed. On a 1991 Honda that has been sitting, a careful pre-drive routine is the best way to turn a collector-car outing into a dependable road trip.