thanks for the info ,but not looking for an engine swap , really wouldn't want to go backwards with my engine .. swap to a wrx engine maybe , LOLno ... that is a phase 1 DOHC engine, yours is a phase 2 SOHC .... will it work, yes you can get it to with yours or another intake ( 97 was MAF, your is a MAP ) , Tranny bolts with 4 bolts and 2 studs on the 97, you have 8 bolt/nut combo, and exhaust/Y pipe and EGR vs no EGR, cam pulley emitter for sensor ......
Lots to consider, but it could be done, IF you really wanted to.