Hero HF Deluxe vs Hero Splendor Plus: Which commuter bike is better?

Both run the same 97.2cc engine, so performance and mileage are near-identical. The Splendor Plus carries the bigger badge and costs more, while the HF Deluxe delivers the same essentials for less. Buy the Splendor for its legacy, or the HF Deluxe for the smarter price.