Can I apply for a Thai visa at the consulate using my old passport information while waiting for my new passport?

Thai Consulate Vientiane. I know I need to book an appointment ahead of visiting.

I am waiting on the arrival of a new passport. It should arrive before Songkran, but it may be delayed by the holidays.

Question: Can I make the consulate appointment with my *old* passport number and use the email confirmation plus the old, canceled passport to enter the Thai Consulate and then apply for a visa in my new passport?

From my understanding, your passport number must match the email confirmation. If I provide all of this evidence, will common sense prevail?

Thanks in advance for your help.