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Hero Splendor Plus vs Honda CD 70 Dream vs TVS Apache RTR 160

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

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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

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

Who wins what

The quick answer before the full table.

  1. TVS Apache RTR 1605
  2. Hero Splendor Plus3
  3. Honda CD 70 Dream1
  • Most powerTVS Apache RTR 16016 PS
  • Most pulling powerTVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm
  • Best fuel averageHero Splendor Plus~65 km/l
  • Goes furthest on a tankHero Splendor Plus~637 km
  • Quickest (power to weight)TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t
  • LightestHonda CD 70 Dream82 kg
  • Highest top speedTVS Apache RTR 160114 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

Hero Splendor Plus8 PS
Honda CD 70 Dream—
TVS Apache RTR 16016 PS

Torque

Hero Splendor Plus8.05 Nm
Honda CD 70 Dream—
TVS Apache RTR 16013.9 Nm

Power to weight

Hero Splendor Plus71 PS/t
Honda CD 70 Dream—
TVS Apache RTR 160117 PS/t

Engine size

Hero Splendor Plus97.2 cc
Honda CD 70 Dream72 cc
TVS Apache RTR 160160 cc

Fuel average

Hero Splendor Plus65 km/l
Honda CD 70 Dream55 km/l
TVS Apache RTR 16045 km/l

On a full tank

Hero Splendor Plus637 km
Honda CD 70 Dream473 km
TVS Apache RTR 160540 km

Top speed

Hero Splendor Plus87 km/h
Honda CD 70 Dream—
TVS Apache RTR 160114 km/h

Weight

Hero Splendor Plus112 kg
Honda CD 70 Dream82 kg
TVS Apache RTR 160137 kg

Seat height

Hero Splendor Plus785 mm
Honda CD 70 Dream—
TVS Apache RTR 160790 mm

Ground clearance

Hero Splendor Plus165 mm
Honda CD 70 Dream136 mm
TVS Apache RTR 160180 mm

Full specifications

Full specificationsHero Splendor PlusHonda CD 70 DreamTVS Apache RTR 160
Price and running costs
Price in PakistanNot sold new in PakistanRs 170,900Not sold new in Pakistan
BrandHero · IndiaHonda · JapanTVS · India
Type of bikeEverydayEverydayStreet
Fuel average~65 km/l~55 km/l~45 km/l
Petrol tank9.8 L8.6 L12 L
On a full tank~637 km~473 km~540 km
Engine and performance
Engine size97.2 cc72 cc160 cc
Cylinders111
CoolingAirAirAir
Power8 PS @ 8,000 rpm—16 PS @ 8,750 rpm
Torque8.05 Nm @ 6,000 rpm—13.9 Nm @ 7,000 rpm
Power to weight71 PS / tonne—117 PS / tonne
Top speed87 km/h—114 km/h
Fuel systemFuel injection—Fuel injection
Gearbox and controls
Gearbox4-speed4-speed5-speed
StartingSelf and kickKickSelf start
Size and weight
Weight112 kg (with fluids)82 kg (dry)137 kg (with fluids)
Seat height785 mm—790 mm
Ground clearance165 mm136 mm180 mm
Wheelbase1,236 mm—1,300 mm
Length × width × height—1,899 × 751 × 1,014 mm—
Colours—Red, Black, Silver—
Brakes, wheels and suspension
Brakes (front / back)Drum / Drum—Disc 270 / Disc 200
ABSNo (linked brakes)—Front wheel
Tyres (front / back)2.75-18 / 2.75-182.25 – 17 (4 PR) / 2.50 – 17 (4 PR)90/90-17 / 110/80-17

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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What will petrol cost you?

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  • Hero Splendor Plus—a month
  • Honda CD 70 Dream—a month
  • TVS Apache RTR 160—a month

Questions people ask

Which gives better fuel average, Hero Splendor Plus or Honda CD 70 Dream?

Hero Splendor Plus does around 65 km per litre against about 55 km/l for Honda CD 70 Dream, in normal riding.

Which is lighter, Hero Splendor Plus or Honda CD 70 Dream?

Honda CD 70 Dream weighs about 82 kg and Hero Splendor Plus about 112 kg, so Honda CD 70 Dream is easier to push and park.

Hero Splendor Plus or Honda CD 70 Dream: which should I buy?

Buy Hero Splendor Plus if you care most about best fuel average, goes furthest on a tank. Buy Honda CD 70 Dream if lightest 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.

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