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Ducati Scrambler Classic vs TVS Apache RTR 160 vs TVS Apache RTR 310 vs Hero Splendor Plus

Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.

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Ducati Scrambler Classic

Ducati Scrambler Classic2015–2018

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 803 cc
  • 75 PS
  • 172 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160Earlier version in photo

TVS Apache RTR 160

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 160 cc
  • 16 PS
  • ~45 km/l
  • 137 kg
TVS Apache RTR 310

TVS Apache RTR 310

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 312 cc
  • 35.6 PS
  • ~30 km/l
  • 169 kg

Built on the same base as the BMW G 310 R

Hero Splendor Plus

Hero Splendor Plus

Not sold new in Pakistan

  • 97.2 cc
  • 8 PS
  • ~65 km/l
  • 112 kg

One of the best-selling motorcycles in the world

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. Ducati Scrambler Classic4
  2. Hero Splendor Plus4
  3. TVS Apache RTR 1601
  4. TVS Apache RTR 3100
  • Most powerDucati Scrambler Classic75 PS
  • Most pulling powerDucati Scrambler Classic68 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t
  • LightestHero Splendor Plus112 kg
  • Highest top speedDucati Scrambler Classic200 km/h
  • Lowest seatHero Splendor Plus785 mm
  • Most ground clearanceTVS Apache RTR 160180 mm

Head to head

A longer bar means more. For weight and seat height, shorter is easier to handle.

Power

Ducati Scrambler Classic75 PS
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS
TVS Apache RTR 31035.6 PS
Hero Splendor Plus8 PS

Torque

Ducati Scrambler Classic68 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm
TVS Apache RTR 31028.7 Nm
Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm

Power to weight

Ducati Scrambler Classic436 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t
TVS Apache RTR 310211 PS/t
Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t

Engine size

Ducati Scrambler Classic803 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc
TVS Apache RTR 310312 cc
Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc

Fuel average

Ducati Scrambler Classic—
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 31030 km/l
Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l

On a full tank

Ducati Scrambler Classic—
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km
TVS Apache RTR 310330 km
Hero Splendor Plus637 km

Top speed

Ducati Scrambler Classic200 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h
TVS Apache RTR 310150 km/h
Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h

Weight

Ducati Scrambler Classic172 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg
TVS Apache RTR 310169 kg
Hero Splendor Plus112 kg

Seat height

Ducati Scrambler Classic790 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm
TVS Apache RTR 310800 mm
Hero Splendor Plus785 mm

Ground clearance

Ducati Scrambler Classic—
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm
TVS Apache RTR 310180 mm
Hero Splendor Plus165 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsDucati Scrambler ClassicTVS Apache RTR 160TVS Apache RTR 310Hero Splendor Plus
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanNot sold new in Pakistan
BrandDucati · ItalyTVS · IndiaTVS · IndiaHero · India
Type of bikeClassicStreetStreetEveryday
Fuel average—~45 km/l~30 km/l~65 km/l
Petrol tank13.5 L12 L11 L9.8 L
On a full tank—~540 km~330 km~637 km
Engine and performance
Engine size803 cc160 cc312 cc97.2 cc
Cylinders2111
CoolingAirAirLiquid (radiator)Air
Power75 PS @ 8,250 rpm16 PS @ 8,750 rpm35.6 PS @ 9,700 rpm8 PS @ 8,000 rpm
Torque68 Nm @ 5,750 rpm13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm28.7 Nm @ 6,650 rpm8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Power to weight436 PS / tonne117 PS / tonne211 PS / tonne71 PS / tonne
Top speed200 km/h114 km/h150 km/h87 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injectionFuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox6-speed5-speed6-speed4-speed
StartingSelf startSelf startSelf startSelf and kick
Size and weight
Weight172 kg (dry)137 kg (with fluids)169 kg (with fluids)112 kg (with fluids)
Seat height790 mm790 mm800 mm785 mm
Ground clearance—180 mm180 mm165 mm
Wheelbase1,445 mm1,300 mm1,358 mm1,236 mm
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Disc 330 / Disc 245Disc 270 / Disc 200Disc 300 / Disc 240Drum / Drum
ABSBoth wheelsFront wheelBoth wheels, works in cornersNo (linked brakes)
Tyres (front / back)110/80-18 / 180/55-1790/90-17 / 110/80-17110/70-17 / 150/60-172.75-18 / 2.75-18

Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.

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  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 310—a month
  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month

Questions people ask

Which is more powerful, Ducati Scrambler Classic or TVS Apache RTR 160?

Ducati Scrambler Classic makes 75 PS @ 8,250 rpm; TVS Apache RTR 160 makes 16 PS @ 8,750 rpm.

Which is lighter, Ducati Scrambler Classic or TVS Apache RTR 160?

TVS Apache RTR 160 weighs about 137 kg and Ducati Scrambler Classic about 172 kg, so TVS Apache RTR 160 is easier to push and park.

Ducati Scrambler Classic or TVS Apache RTR 160: which should I buy?

Buy Ducati Scrambler Classic if you care most about most power, most pulling power. Buy TVS Apache RTR 160 if most ground clearance matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.

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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.