As a general rule, there isn't a general rule on this. I would expect that the more recent the lens, the more consistent lens elements will be as machining improved.
The lens design can affect this. I've been told by an optical engineer that an 80mm Planar design is not highly sensitive to different elements being swapped in (I cannot say if 'Planar' as a general term, i.e. 100mm, would share this). I assume that some lens designs would be more sensitive.
Try it?