the body for my 97 country 2wd is bad was wondering if i could put the engine in a 2000 sport 4wd body

 

Will it fit? Yes

Is it legal? Depends on your state.

 

What kind of non answer is this???

The 97 motor is not a direct fit into the 2000 but it can be swapped.

The 97 motor will need to be converted to distributorless to work in the 2000
You will also need an adapter plate for the exhaust manifold because the ports are different sizes.
Custom brackets need to be made to hold the coil packs rail.

 

One that's appropriate for the level of detail provided by the question.

 

Yes. There are differences in exhaust port design that would need to be addressed. Someone makes an adapter.

 

thabk you i totally didnt think about the distributer to coil pack swap i might give it a try or just keep looking for a body that i wouldnt have to make changes

 

Dizzy to coilpack or the other way around is not an issue.

Only the exhaust is.