A classic game that rings true of pure Mario fun.
Currently, (to my knowledge) there are 6 Mario Kart games. They are as follows:
Mario Kart - SNES
Mario Kart 64 - N64
Mario Kart Super Circuit - GBA
Mario Kart Double Dash - GC
Mario Kart Wii - Wii
Mario Kart DS - DS
As you can see, the Kart series has been on just about every console by Nintendo. (save the NES) In this game, you choose between 8 racers, all characters from the Mushroom Kingdom.
(except DK Junior) There aren't that many tracks to choose from, but enough to keep you busy. The graphics are well obtained, although I think MK Super Circuit has better graphics.
Anyway, it is a fun game, and if you have SNES and happen upon this at a thrift store or something, be sure to get it.